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2). Review the etiquette rules suggested in the text.  Respond to each one.  Have you ever been bothered by cell phones, touch pads, laptops, computers, answering machines, or beepers?  What do you feel about call waiting?  Is it rude to put people on hold and take another call?


Cell phones--- I absolutely hate when people take calls at movie theaters or concerts. I'm bothered a lot by cell phones. I'm the nerd that hates when people use them in class. I find it rude and a disturbance to the other people in the room. 

Answering machines--- I've known people to have silly voice messages. I feel that this is fine and dandy unless you are a professional or applying for jobs. 

Conference calls--- I agree with this. I hate when I'm on a conference call and people don't identify themselves. It makes the conversation confusing. 

Faxes-- I agree with this as well. The phone still rings when you get a fax and sending one late at night is a huge inconvenience. 

Timing communication--- This one is similar to the answer above. I have to do this at work as well. There are certain guidelines about calling so that we don't disturb people. 

Screen names--- I feel that people don't take things seriously even when they are grown adults. I see the most ridiculous emails at my job. I'm amazed that more people don't take a more professional attitude when it comes to email addresses and screen names...