Ars (slang)

Ars, in internet slang, primarily refers to the online community and discussion forums associated with the website Ars Technica (arstechnica.com). While the website covers a wide range of topics including technology, science, policy, and gaming, the term "Ars" or "Arsian" generally denotes someone who is a regular participant in the site's comment sections.

The term can sometimes carry connotations, either positive or negative, depending on the context and the speaker. It can be used neutrally to simply identify someone as an Ars Technica community member. However, it can also be used pejoratively to suggest that someone is overly argumentative, pedantic, or adheres to a perceived stereotype of the Ars Technica commenter base (e.g., technically knowledgeable but socially awkward). Conversely, within the community itself, "Ars" can be used with a sense of camaraderie and shared identity.

The use of "Ars" as slang is largely confined to online contexts, particularly in discussions about or related to Ars Technica and its community.