I take it that you are refering to conduct in this forum.
Quite frequently, that is what is followed. Ones give as good as
one gets.
And many times I have noticed that replys are unnecessarily harsh
and vulgar, and that is unwarranted.
In Papua New Guinea treachery, is common and even lauded.
In the Middle East, if you are not strong, you are game for attack
and looting and raids.
In this forum, it seems to be open season at all time, for the
uncouth. These are the bane of this forum.
Of course, there are those who like to indulge in a reasoned and
measured discussion. And there are those who like to exercise their
sense of humour. These forumers are what that make this forum
enjoyable.
Nevertheless, this is the www, the wild wild web, and as in any
frontier situation, there is only so much a sheriff can do. It is
really up to the individual to behave in an appropriate manner, and
expect of others to behave in like manner.
Therefore, conduct yourself appropriately, state your standards
cleary, or desist from the discussion. That the most you can
do.