Terminologies

Question 1

Disinformation

Answer 1

Deliberately false or manipulated information intended to deceive and mislead audiences.

Question 2

False News/Information

Answer 2

Fabricated stories presented as legitimate news, lacking factual basis and designed to misinform.

Question 3

Propoganda

Answer 3

Information, especially of a biased or misleading nature, used to promote a political cause or point of view. Made with the purpose to persuade

Question 4

How does information spread?

Answer 4

Information disseminates rapidly through digital platforms, social media, and traditional media outlets, often amplified by sharing and algorithms that prioritize engaging content.

Question 5

Digital Footprint

Answer 5

The trail of data you leave behind when using the internet, including your online activities, interactions, and information shared on websites, social media, and other online platforms.

Question 6

Time-space convergence

Answer 6

shrinking of geographical distances and the reduction of travel times between different locations due to advancements in transportation and communication technologies

Question 7

global disinformation index

Answer 7

Aims to target the need for a transparent, independent and neutral disinformation risk ratings across the web. Made to reduce victims of disinformation and reduce the attention it gets

Question 8

Methods to monitor digital footprint

Answer 8

Smart Devices
Parental controls
Government control
Spyware