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Occassionally we ban IPs who are abusing our servers in some way. If this happens, please read How do I get an IP Unbanned. These bans are relatively rare, but they are necessary in cases where specific Users or IPs intentionally try to disrupt service for other users by crapflooding the forums, game the moderation system, or to overburden our servers.

The moderation system has a variety of limits in it as well, but these bans are temporary and exist more as a rate limiter to make sure that people stay on topic, and everyone gets a chance to speak. You can learn more about the moderation system by reading Comments and Moderation.