On Sun, 29 Sep 2013 16:19:37 -0400, "dadiOH"
There is no doubt that technical things like those - and many others - have
improved. It's the social and ethical aspects that have changed to the
detriment of everyone.

Quite possibly. But, I think many would disagree with you. When I was
a kid, like many others, I went through a great degree of hell from
being bullied. Then when I put on some size and weight, I in turn
became a bully for a period. It was a learned behaviour and one which
I fully regret.

There never was any type of program or attempt to eliminate bullying
when I was a kid. Now, at least there's awareness of it and an attempt
to curb much of it. Much can be said for other many other social
actions these days. Sure, these programs may not be working as well as
could be hoped, but that doesn't mean it's a completely wasted effort.