noun
Meaning 1
A coordinated network of fake online accounts, or "sock puppets", created and operated by a single individual or group to manipulate online platforms, particularly wikis and forums. These sock puppets are used to simulate consensus, sway votes, evade bans, or disrupt discussions. The term "sock farm" emphasizes the large number of these accounts, which are cultivated over time to appear legitimate and influence outcomes.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Usage: neologism
Qualifier: wiki jargon
Topics: engineering, natural-sciences, physical-sciences, technology
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