Because many chat rooms have regular participants, a new member can become familiar with the group by trolling, remaining quiet, and not participating in the chat discussion at first.

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Trolling, which involves posting inflammatory or off-topic messages to provoke or upset others, is not a recommended way to become familiar with a group. Instead, quietly observing the chat without participating (often referred to as lurking) is a more appropriate way to learn about the group's dynamics and topics of discussion.

Because Many Chat Rooms Have Regular Participants, a New Member