Problem
Data smog
Other Names:
Data pollution Nature:
Data smog is the overwhelming amount of data and information—often found through Internet searches—which confuses the user rather than helping them understand a topic.
Broader Problems:
Proliferation of information Aggravates:
StressConfusionInternet disinformationFailure to distinguish between opinion and factSelective perception of factsMedia illiteracyIrrelevant available informationConsumer vulnerability on the internet Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems Date of last update
04.10.2020 – 22:48 CEST