If the majority of the community believes a poster is being disruptive, is a troll, or is a returning poster, I think that limiting what that user can do in the early stages is a good thing. If they are trying to be disruptive or a troll, this is an easy way to curb or even eliminate it.
Might it seem less welcoming? Well sure, but it will also make for a better community overall. But if someone is here to join the community to make legitimate contributions, they should stand out as such almost immediately and can be given full access quickly. But if someone is dedicated to trolling, they will find ways to keep coming back if they know they can jump right in and become a #### disturber.
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