Peggy Post Tech Etiquette



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    Cell Phone Etiquette Rules

    1. The people you're with come first. So if you're expecting a call that absolutely can't wait, let your friends know as soon as you meet that you'll need to answer the phone.

    2. If you must use the phone in front of others, first explain — "I have to check in with the babysitter" — then step away to call.

    3. When at a restaurant, you should leave the table to make a call — but don't be away for longer than it takes for a restroom visit.

    4. Theaters, places of worship and funerals should always be call-free zones — as should most enclosed spaces where you can't maintain a 10-foot distance from other people.

    5. If your phone rings at an inopportune time, don't ignore it or pretend it's not yours. Quickly shut it off.

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