> Could you explain what you mean by this? The HN FAQ[1] has the rules/guidelines. e.g.: " Be civil. Don't say things you wouldn't say in a face-to-face conver

> Could you explain what you mean by this? The HN FAQ[1] has the rules/guidelines. e.g.: " Be civil. Don't say things you wouldn't say in a face-to-face conversation. Avoid gratuitous negativity.". It says guidelines, but you will be banned if you keep breaking those things. I think this rule for HN is a great idea BTW. [1] https://news.ycombinator.com/newsguidelines.html https://news.ycombinator.com/newsguidelines.html