Describe the commonsense guidelines that help ensure that you are not seen as a discourteous cellphone user.

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Answers will vary. Few commonsense guidelines that help ensure that you are not seen as a discourteous cellphone user are discussed below.a. Be aware of company cellphone policies and obey them. Some companies do not allow cellphone use for personal reasons during work hours. Most companies have policies prohibiting the harassment of others, and today's smartphones make it easy to send thoughtless messages using various media instantaneously. Not only might these messages damage the sender, but they may also reflect poorly on the employer if posted to Twitter or some other public social medium.b. Observe wireless-free quiet zones. This obviously includes theaters, performances, and religious services, but can also include meetings, restaurants, hospitals, and other public places. Exercise judgment about silencing your ringer, switching to vibrate mode, or turning off your phone.c. Respect others in crowded places and be wary of publicizing company information. Speak in low conversational tones, and consider the content of your conversation. You should use good judgment in determining when and where to discuss proprietary company information or client data. Divulging such information in public places might enable its abuse by others.d. Think safety. Some states and municipalities have banned the use of cellphones while driving. Others allow the use of hands-free devices only. Even if not illegal, cellphone usage increases the risk of accident by distracting a driver. Some companies are implementing cellphone policies that prohibit operators of company-owned vehicles from using cellphones or other communication devices while driving in order to minimize risks to their employees and liability resulting from accidents. REJ: Please see the section "Voice and Wireless Communication" for more information.