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Can you tell different types of problematic information apart? 🤔
We often use ‘misinformation’ as an umbrella term for any false content online, but sometimes more specific language can help clear up confusion. So here’s your vocab lesson! 👇
Misinformation: False information spread unintentionally.
Disinformation: False information spread intentionally.
Malinformation: True information spread intentionally in a way meant to cause harm.
Sources: https://tinyurl.com/SUFMisinfoTerms
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