What is a TROLL?

[margaritaville]

Originally Posted by shodanusmc

When my wife yells at me for peeing in the house, I drink more water

Steve, we are glad you pee in the house (in the bathroom, I hope) otherwise you'd get arrested.
ps that's kind of like getting banned!

[Bitsy]

Maybe I was wrong to use the word "troll" , but to me when someone comes to a Yorkie site and says disparaging things about a Yorkie, my radar goes up. I was purposely respectful in my opinion and did not attack, or even outright address the OP. If I offended anyone, then sorry.

I don't see that the word "troll" cannot be used in the rules and guidelines. Maybe I am missing it. Not saying you're not right, just saying I don't think it's a hard and fast rule. I do remember people posting pics and graphics and I think that was addressed at the time.

Keep in mind, a true troll LOVES to create controversy among long standing members. Hope that doesn't happen here.

I guess it goes back to people being allowed to post their opinions. My opinion was that it was not a true poster. I know I'm not the first to have that opinion about someone.

[chachi]

Originally Posted by TR8

Yeah, haha I took no offense to it because I realize I was probably posting something people on here would take offense to and think I was ridiculous but I was just wanting to give a background on the situation !
I thought she would simply realize everytime I pee in the house, I get yelled at maybe ill stop. turns out its not that easy

Im glad you took it well. We have had a few posts similar to yours where the person was a troll so everyones guard is up

[chachi]

Originally Posted by Bitsy

Maybe I was wrong to use the word "troll" , but to me when someone comes to a Yorkie site and says disparaging things about a Yorkie, my radar goes up. I was purposely respectful in my opinion and did not attack, or even outright address the OP. If I offended anyone, then sorry.

I don't see that the word "troll" cannot be used in the rules and guidelines. Maybe I am missing it. Not saying you're not right, just saying I don't think it's a hard and fast rule. I do remember people posting pics and graphics and I think that was addressed at the time.

Keep in mind, a true troll LOVES to create controversy among long standing members. Hope that doesn't happen here.

I guess it goes back to people being allowed to post their opinions. My opinion was that it was not a true poster. I know I'm not the first to have that opinion about someone.

I dont blame you for having that opinion of the posts we have had quite a few posts of a similar nature lately so I see where it came from.

[Coton Momma]

Spotting and dealing with Trolls is an art not a science. The YT Mods/Admin do a GREAT job . The registration/validation process here is a big help too. I Admin a large, controversial, no registration forum so I know allllll about Trolls. The best way to deal with the them is to report them to the Mods. Mods have history and IPs that give them a different perspective than users.

These are my favorite links about Trolls:
General Info: Internet Trolls
Troll types: Flame Warriors Home
General Forum etiquette - PGish: How To Behave On An Internet Forum (Internet: Useful Tips)

[Lisa and Pic]

Originally Posted by Coton Momma

Spotting and dealing with Trolls is an art not a science. The YT Mods/Admin do a GREAT job . The registration/validation process here is a big help too. I Admin a large, controversial, no registration forum so I know allllll about Trolls. The best way to deal with the them is to report them to the Mods. Mods have history and IPs that give them a different perspective than users.

These are my favorite links about Trolls:
General Info: Internet Trolls
Troll types: Flame Warriors Home
General Forum etiquette - PGish: How To Behave On An Internet Forum (Internet: Useful Tips)

Interesting links and thanks for sharing.

[MorkieMomma]

Originally Posted by Bitsy

Yes, yes, and yes. Usually they are just trying to stir up trouble, or are very bored, or in some cases seriously disturbed.

[Coton Momma]

For some it is also a GAME. They have "clubs" where they keep score of how many replies they can get and how much trouble they can cause. The really sad part is that most of them are ADULTS

[Lisa and Pic]

Originally Posted by Coton Momma

For some it is also a GAME. They have "clubs" where they keep score of how many replies they can get and how much trouble they can cause. The really sad part is that most of them are ADULTS

Now that is sad, but I believe it. Some people will do anything for attention.

[jp4m2]

A troll is only on a forum to antagonize and to inflame people. They only join a forum for sport to see members take the bait and then they sit back and watch, occasionally throwing out another zinger to insight more drama....The key is to know when it's a real troll and when it's not. But when you do.... don't feed the troll...

[megansmomma]

Originally Posted by Coton Momma

For some it is also a GAME. They have "clubs" where they keep score of how many replies they can get and how much trouble they can cause. The really sad part is that most of them are ADULTS

From some threads and the fighting that goes on I can see why YT is such a great target. It would be like hitting the lotto w/powerball.

[Nancy1999]

Originally Posted by Coton Momma

For some it is also a GAME. They have "clubs" where they keep score of how many replies they can get and how much trouble they can cause. The really sad part is that most of them are ADULTS

Thanks for this information, I had no idea! That's exactly the reason why we should just answer without getting too emotional, if we can help it.

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by Taryn0405

TROLL

Tiny
Raging
Overstimulated
Little
Liars

Haha!

Too funny!

[megansmomma]

Originally Posted by Nancy1999

Thanks for this information, I had no idea! That's exactly the reason why we should just answer without getting too emotional, if we can help it.

I believe we should IGNORE the trolls all together. If they are ignored their posts will just go away. My suggestion would be to not argue and send them a direct PM with a response. That way if they are "real" they will respond back and we will not lose any more long time members over some of these "new" members.

Remember the Hawk on a Leash thread? Come on Sure you shot a protected how it a bullet from a shot gun then beat it's head in and tried to drag it back to your house only for it to take flight while attached to your dog leash. People actually believed this insane story. That troll scored dig time with that TALL TAIL

[ladyjane]

Originally Posted by megansmomma

I believe we should IGNORE the trolls all together. If they are ignored their posts will just go away. My suggestion would be to not argue and send them a direct PM with a response. That way if they are "real" they will respond back and we will not lose any more long time members over some of these "new" members.

Remember the Hawk on a Leash thread? Come on Sure you shot a protected how it a bullet from a shot gun then beat it's head in and tried to drag it back to your house only for it to take flight while attached to your dog leash. People actually believed this insane story. That troll scored dig time with that TALL TAIL

I agree. Answering them also fuels the fire. If they can keep a forum going just answering their posts they get as much pleasure. It is all about control. They do love it when members fight, but that is not their only source of pleasure.