Internet Entry 186 / 1011 60-second read

FYI

For Your Information — used to share news that doesn't necessarily require a response.

The comparisoni

✗ Wrong

FYI: Do this task right now. (Too aggressive)

✓ Correct

FYI, the server will be down for maintenance at 2 AM.

The ruleii

FYI is for passing along information.

In some cultures, an email that is just an 'FYI' with a forwarded chain can feel like a burden or 'passive-aggressive' dumping of info.

Memory aidiii

Remember it like this

FYI = Facts You'll Inspect.

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