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tl;dr;

Here are the short answers to your most burning questions.

  • Why am I getting this message?
    • Your posts weren't received well
  • Are deleted posts taken into account too?
    • Yes, absolutely
  • Is a question/answer ban the same as a suspension?
    • No, you can still contribute.
  • How do I avoid getting a question ban?
    • To take the guidance to heart
  • How long do I have to wait before I can post again? What can I do to release the ban? How can I reactivate my account?
    • Waiting is not the pefereable approach, actively editing / improving your posts is.
  • Can I simply create a new account?
    • No, that will only worsen the situation
  • I'll just ask on Super User or Server Fault, and they'll migrate my question to the correct site!
    • There are checks in place to prevent that

Please read on to learn the more elaborate explanation of what you just read. It is a lot but it is important. Take your time.

tl;dr;

  • Why am I getting this message?
    • You didn't bother previously
  • Are deleted posts taken into account too?
    • YES
  • Is a question/answer ban the same as a suspension?
    • NO, although you had hoped you were suspended after reading all of this
  • How do I avoid getting a question ban?
    • Pay attention
  • How long do I have to wait before I can post again? What can I do to release the ban? How can I reactivate my account?
    • That is on you, please read on
  • Can I simply create a new account?
    • No, or yes but it won't help you
  • I'll just ask on Super User or Server Fault, and they'll migrate my question to the correct site!
    • Wrong attitude ...
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