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"Don't feed the trolls" is the golden rule of the internet. It means ignoring people who post inflammatory or off-topic remarks. Trolls do this for attention; replying gives them exactly the emotional reaction they crave. Instead, you should simply ignore, mute, or block them. [1, 2, 3, 4, 5]

Understanding the psychology behind this behavior can make dealing with it much easier. According to the Center for Countering Digital Hate's guide, reacting only encourages trolls to spread their disruptive behavior further. By refusing to engage, you strip them of their power.