Community Ban

A community ban is a moderation action that restricts a user's participation in an online community, typically due to violating community guidelines or terms of service. In the context of online forums like Hacker News, community bans help maintain a positive and productive discussion environment, and are often implemented to prevent harassment, spam, or other forms of disruptive behavior, making it a relevant topic for tech community members and moderators to understand the implications and best practices surrounding such actions.