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[[File:Misinformation.jpg|alt=Misinformation|thumb|The percentage of what people think opposed to what actually is on popular topics.]] | [[File:Misinformation.jpg|alt=Misinformation|thumb|The percentage of what people think opposed to what actually is on popular topics.]] | ||
'''Misinformation is incorrect or misleading information presented as fact, either intentionally or unintentionally. Disinformation is a subset of misinformation, that which is deliberately deceptive.''' | '''Misinformation is incorrect or misleading information presented as fact, either intentionally or unintentionally. Disinformation is a subset of misinformation, that which is deliberately deceptive.''' | ||
The key difference lies in intent—while misinformation can be accidental, disinformation is created and spread with the explicit goal of misleading or causing harm. Disinformation campaigns are often used for political, financial, or ideological purposes, intentionally shaping opinions or sowing confusion. Both forms of incorrect information can be harmful, but disinformation is particularly dangerous due to its purposeful nature. | |||
Latest revision as of 08:35, 14 October 2024
Misinformation is incorrect or misleading information presented as fact, either intentionally or unintentionally. Disinformation is a subset of misinformation, that which is deliberately deceptive.
The key difference lies in intent—while misinformation can be accidental, disinformation is created and spread with the explicit goal of misleading or causing harm. Disinformation campaigns are often used for political, financial, or ideological purposes, intentionally shaping opinions or sowing confusion. Both forms of incorrect information can be harmful, but disinformation is particularly dangerous due to its purposeful nature.