Glossary Entry: Ban

Quick Definition

If someone is banned, they are prohibited from using that service. For example, if a forum bans a user, they are not allowed to post comments on that forum any more.

Online games can and do ban users that cause trouble (for example, griefers). Note that banned users do not have any right to reimbursement for any money spent on the game or time remaining on their subscriptions.


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