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Old October 10, 2011, 09:32 AM   #1
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Troll?

What is it? I see this term thrown around on forums, but don't know what it means. Enlighten me, please.
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Old October 10, 2011, 09:41 AM   #2
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You might find the Urban Dictionary a good source.

http://www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=troll

troll
One who posts a deliberately provocative message to a newsgroup or message board with the intention of causing maximum disruption and argument
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Old October 10, 2011, 09:42 AM   #3
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A troll, in terms of internet forums, is someone that puts up controversial or inflammatory posts for the purpose of provoking readers. Here's a Wikipedia entry on the subject: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Troll_(Internet)
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Old October 10, 2011, 09:42 AM   #4
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Asked, answered, and really off topic for TFL.

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