Hey trolls, tone it down.

[J. J.]

I'm new, so what's a troll?

[J. J.]

I'm new, so what's a troll?

"Troll" is a term that originated on Usenet boards a while ago; its basic meaning is one who posts deliberately inflammatory or confrontational remarks with the sole intention of arousing anger and/or "flame wars" (strings of highly aggressive posts exchanged between users).

Thank you.  I'll try not to be ar troll, only sadistic.  :-)

[J. J.]

I'm speaking as the new guy (and I don't think my postings could be considered "troll-like").  I'd have two questions regarding a screening process.

First, who would screen, Mr. Laip.  Isn't he going to be VERY overworked, especially during this time of year?

Second, if I was a troll, what would prevent me from coming up with an alternate email address, faking an ID, and rejoining?

[J. J.]

I have no idea how I had any karma after being here for about 4 days.