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Avoid personal attacks: Personal attacks against other users or forum moderators should not be tolerated.
Use appropriate language: Obscene or inappropriate language should not be used in posts or forum signatures.
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Encourage constructive criticism: Constructive criticism is valuable for fostering growth and improvement. Encourage users to provide feedback in a constructive and respectful manner.
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Follow the rules: Enforce the forum rules consistently and fairly. Be clear about the consequences for violating the rules, and enforce them accordingly.
