Disinformation

Disinformation refers to false information spread intentionally to make a targeted audience believe something that is not based on facts. Disinformation may include the distribution of forged documents, manuscripts and photographs, or the promotion of harmful rumors, conspiracy theories and fake intelligence.

Conspiracy theories

A major form of disinformation is conspiracy theories.

References

  1. 1 2 "Learning Disinformation". The British Library Board. Archived from the original on 25 October 2007. Retrieved 14 December 2011.
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