What is a sockpuppet?

1. What is a sockpuppet Internet slang?
2. What is a sockpuppet deepfake?
3. What do criminals use sock puppets for?
4. What type of puppet is a sock puppet?

What is a sockpuppet Internet slang?

A sock puppet, in the context of online communications, is a fake identity created to promote someone or something through blogs, wikis, forums or social networking sites such as Facebook or Twitter.

What is a sockpuppet deepfake?

We define a sockpuppet as a fictitious online identity created for the purposes of deception. Sockpuppets are usually created in large numbers by a single controlling person or group. They are typically used for block evasion, creating false majority opinions, vote stacking, and other similar pursuits.

What do criminals use sock puppets for?

A sock puppet is defined as a person whose actions are controlled by another. It is a reference to the manipulation of a simple hand puppet made from a sock and is often used to refer to alternative online identities or user accounts created for the purpose of deception and operational security.

What type of puppet is a sock puppet?

A Sock puppet is a simple type of hand puppet made with an adult sock. Most sock puppets have some fabric or plastic facial features added to the sock, such as eyes or a mouth. Some sock puppets may also have accessories such as a hat or clothing. Sock puppets are operated by putting a person's hand inside the sock.