Computers

Computers are not only now an integral part of our daily lives, they’ve also become the primary means by which urban legends and other pieces of misinformation are now spread — everything from “stupid computer user” stories to virus warning hoaxes (and the occasional real warning).

Facebook: Marine Corps Emblem Violates Community Standards? Rumor: A Facebook page was suspended because the Marine Corps emblem violates the network's community...

Mark Zuckerberg Donated $992.2 Million to Planned Parenthood? Rumor: Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg donated $992.2 million to Planned Parenthood.

Mark Zuckerberg Promises $1,000 to Facebook Users If They Don’t Share Hoaxes Facebook CEO Mark Zuckerberg's offering money to Facebook users who don't share social media hoaxes...

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Miley Cyrus Death Hoax Reports that singer Miley Cyrus’ lifeless body was found by her entourage in a bathtub...

False

#SaveTwitter? Social Media Network Not Shutting Down in 2017 A spurious rumor holds that the Twitter social media platform will be shutting down in...

False