Political activitistism on Social Networks

[mdn2000]

I always suspect that the Liberals or Democrats are everywhere on the internet, attacking and spreading the propaganda. It sure seems like it and now I find this story about using software to hide the identity of political activitist.

I wonder, are they here.

US Gov. Software Creates 'Fake People' on Social Networks to Promote Propoganda - National Social Media | Examiner.com

US Gov. Software Creates 'Fake People' on Social Networks to Promote Propoganda

Continue reading on Examiner.com: US Gov. Software Creates 'Fake People' on Social Networks to Promote Propoganda - National Social Media | Examiner.com US Gov. Software Creates 'Fake People' on Social Networks to Promote Propoganda - National Social Media | Examiner.com

The US government is offering private intelligence companies contracts to create software to manage "fake people" on social media sites and create the illusion of consensus on controversial issues.

The contract calls for the development of "Persona Management Software" which would help the user create and manage a variety of distinct fake profiles online. The job listing was discussed in recently leaked emails from the private security firm HBGary after an attack by internet activist last week.

The software enables the government to shield its identity through a number of different methods including the ability to assign unique IP addresses to each persona and the ability to make it appear as though the user is posting from other locations around the world.

Included in HBGary's leaked emails was a government proposal for the government contract. The document describes how they would 'friend' real people on Facebook as a way to convey government messages

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[Midnight Marauder]

threads merged by heavy handed modding.


US Gov. Software Creates 'Fake People' on Social Networks to Promote Propaganda

The US government is offering private intelligence companies contracts to create software to manage "fake people" on social media sites and create the illusion of consensus on controversial issues.

The contract calls for the development of "Persona Management Software" which would help the user create and manage a variety of distinct fake profiles online. The job listing was discussed in recently leaked emails from the private security firm HBGary after an attack by internet activist last week.

Click here to view the government contract (PDF)

According to the contract, the software would "protect the identity of government agencies" by employing a number of false signals to convince users that the poster is in fact a real person. A single user could manage unique background information and status updates for up to 10 fake people from a single computer.

The software enables the government to shield its identity through a number of different methods including the ability to assign unique IP addresses to each persona and the ability to make it appear as though the user is posting from other locations around the world.

Included in HBGary's leaked emails was a government proposal for the government contract. The document describes how they would 'friend' real people on Facebook as a way to convey government messages.

Ever feel like you're talking to a robot when OldCrocks or truthmattersnot come along? Now you know why.

 

[boedicca]

This Splains So Much!!!!

But don't forget to add that the Tea Party is all Astroturf.

*snicker*

 

[The T]

US Gov. Software Creates 'Fake People' on Social Networks to Promote Propaganda

The US government is offering private intelligence companies contracts to create software to manage "fake people" on social media sites and create the illusion of consensus on controversial issues.

The contract calls for the development of "Persona Management Software" which would help the user create and manage a variety of distinct fake profiles online. The job listing was discussed in recently leaked emails from the private security firm HBGary after an attack by internet activist last week.

Click here to view the government contract (PDF)

According to the contract, the software would "protect the identity of government agencies" by employing a number of false signals to convince users that the poster is in fact a real person. A single user could manage unique background information and status updates for up to 10 fake people from a single computer.

The software enables the government to shield its identity through a number of different methods including the ability to assign unique IP addresses to each persona and the ability to make it appear as though the user is posting from other locations around the world.

Included in HBGary's leaked emails was a government proposal for the government contract. The document describes how they would 'friend' real people on Facebook as a way to convey government messages.

Ever feel like you're talking to a robot when OldCrocks or truthmattersnot come along? Now you know why.

 

[LibocalypseNow]

I'm not surprised. Welcome to Socialist/Progressive America. Just look at this White House's very close relationship with Facebook and Google Execs. This stuff really shouldn't surprise anyone who has been paying attention. Look for more Anti-Conservative/Republican propaganda to appear on Facebook and Google in the near future as well. The Deals have been cut. People just need to be more aware of what's going on. It's all about the propaganda and who controls it. Right now Facebook & Google control it completely. This White House has very close ties with both Corporations. Just pay attention and you'll notice their subtle Pro-Obama propaganda. Thanks for your great post.

 

[boedicca]

Indeed. It's not a Coinkydink that Obama dined with Eric Schmidt and the Zuckernerd last week.

 

[Midnight Marauder]

Indeed. It's not a Coinkydink that Obama dined with Eric Schmidt and the Zuckernerd last week.

One of those same bots sure merged and moved THIS thread really quick!

 

[boedicca]

Hey - somebody merged and moved this thread into the MEDIA forum?

That's whack.

This is more of a political issue than a media one, fo shizzle ma whizzle.

 

[Midnight Marauder]

Hey - somebody merged and moved this thread into the MEDIA forum?

That's whack.

This is more of a political issue than a media one, fo shizzle ma whizzle.

They try to squelch things they don't want people seeing.... Under the guise of "wrong forum." This story is a POLITICS story, not a "media" story.

 

[boedicca]

I don't get why the government should be contracting out to fake PUBLIC OPINION CONSENSUS.

I know that political campaign organizations do this all of the time, but for our actual elected government - that is beyond Orwellian.

 

[Midnight Marauder]

I don't get why the government should be contracting out to fake PUBLIC OPINION CONSENSUS.

I know that political campaign organizations do this all of the time, but for our actual elected government - that is beyond Orwellian.

Goebbels. Mixed with Orwell.

 

[LibocalypseNow]

Look at Google and Facebook especially. This White House currently has them in their back pocket. The deals have been struck. Look for Google and Facebook to embark on an aggressive Anti-Conservative/Republican propaganda campaign as the 2012 Election draws nearer. You can already see this somewhat in biased Google search results. The usual suspects will claim this is all just silly Conspiracy Theory stuff but it isn't. Google,Facebook,GE,and NBC Execs meet regularly with this White House. This is fact. It's not just conspiracy stuff. It's documented. I fully expect to see this Anti-Conservative/Republican propaganda campaign from Google and Facebook in the coming months. You can bet on it. So stay tuned.

 

[Ravi]

This should be in conspiracy theories.

 

[Midnight Marauder]

This should be in conspiracy theories.

That would be a better place than "media" whatta crock.

 

[boedicca]

This should be in conspiracy theories.

Are you kidding?

It's a Big Government Elite George Soros Wet Dream!

 

[LibocalypseNow]

Google,Facebook,GE,and NBC Execs do meet regularly with this White House. This is fact. It's not just a "Conspiracy Theory." It is documented fact. So which way do you think these Corporations are going to go with their propaganda? Just do the Math. It really isn't all that complicated.

 

[manifold]

D-Bahg should sue for intellectual property infringement.

 

[mdn2000]

Hey - somebody merged and moved this thread into the MEDIA forum?

That's whack.

This is more of a political issue than a media one, fo shizzle ma whizzle.

It was written into the parameters of the program.

Politics everyone is concerned about, media not so much. I put my thread in politics as well. To visible.

I should be happy, I guess they liked my non-partisan title.

 

[Midnight Marauder]

Hey - somebody merged and moved this thread into the MEDIA forum?

That's whack.

This is more of a political issue than a media one, fo shizzle ma whizzle.

It was written into the parameters of the program.

Politics everyone is concerned about, media not so much. I put my thread in politics as well. To visible.

I should be happy, I guess they liked my non-partisan title.

They moved your OP to media anyway, lest too many people SEE it. I looked for it before I started my thread, didn't see it.

 

[edthecynic]

I always suspect that the Liberals or Democrats are everywhere on the internet, attacking and spreading the propaganda. It sure seems like it and now I find this story about using software to hide the identity of political activitist.

I wonder, are they here.

No matter how many times the GOP hate media shits all over you fools, you still swallow it whole!

Why do you CON$ hate the military so much you do everything you can to cripple them?????