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A Conceptual Analysis of Disinformation

Fallis, Don

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Title
A Conceptual Analysis of Disinformation
Author(s)
Fallis, Don
Issue Date
2009-02-28
Keyword(s)
  • accuracy
  • conceptual analysis
  • disinformation
  • epistemology
  • information quality
  • lying
  • misinformation
  • philosophy
Abstract
In this paper, the serious problem of disinformation is discussed. It is argued that, in order to deal with this problem, we first need to understand exactly what disinformation is. The philosophical method of conceptual analysis is described, and a conceptual analysis of disinformation is offered. Finally, how this analysis can help us to deal with the problem of disinformation is briefly discussed.
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text
Language
en
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