Greetings and Salutations

Matteo said:

Welcome. I think the rules set us apart quiet a bit. Not that we never disagree or have good arguments, it's just that we try to do it in a polite, constructive fashion. So as long as you remember that I am right and you are wrong, everything will be okay. addle:

Enjoy the forum. See ya around.

matteo

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LOL....well, sometimes agreeing to disagree on a technical point of view is helpful. Either way, I've found it a lot easier to maintain mutual respect when we stick to the technical aspects to support our observations or comments. So often, you see a debate on technical merits of differing views degenerate into a situation where one side or the other starts questioning reputation and qualifications. When that happens, the discussion usually declines very rapidly and the gloves come off. This seldom happens though when people stick with technical details to support their views. I generally have respect for others when they remain sincere about what they've observed and what they've concluded from those observations, regardless of whether or not it agrees with my understanding or experience. And if two different perspectives are supported by different experiences - people should feel comfortable agreeing to disagree. We all stray from this ideal from time to time and moderators are necessary to nudge us back on the path to righteousness and salvation.....

Anyway, thanks again for the warm welcome.