In the process of information dissemination, any act of fabricating or disseminating false information is irresponsible and may be illegal. As responsible Internet users, we should always take facts as the basis to maintain the clarity of the online environment. The following analyzes the characteristics of the channels through which rumors may spread from the perspective of the information dissemination mechanism, and emphasizes how to deal with them correctly.： **Characteristic analysis of high-risk communication channels：** 1. **Social networking platform** -Viral spread: The fission sharing mechanism of Weibo, Twitter and other platforms may accelerate the spread of false content -Algorithm recommendation: Personalized push on platforms such as Facebook can easily form an information cocoon room 2. **Instant messaging tools** -Closed communities: the strong relationship chain of WeChat groups and Telegram groups may reduce the willingness to verify information -Multimedia dissemination: picture/voice forgery technology increases information confusion 3. **Short video platform** -Emotional priority: Immersive experiences on platforms such as Douyin may weaken rational judgment -Secondary creation: editing and splicing technology can distort the original appearance of facts 4. **Anonymous community** -Dilution of responsibility: the anonymity of platforms such as 4chan may weaken the publisher's sense of responsibility -Group polarization: specific topics can easily lead to irrational discussions **Correct response to suggestions：** 1. **Three-step information verification method** -Cross-verification: compare information with authoritative sources such as Xinhua News Agency -Technical testing: use image reverse search and video traceability tools -Logical deduction: Maintain common sense doubts about exaggerated data 2. **Platform responsibility mechanism** - Make good use of the reporting function: WeChat/Weibo and other platforms have rumor complaint channels -Follow the rumors area: Most mainstream platforms have fact-checking sections 3. **Personal literacy improvement** -Learn the "Network Security Law" and other regulations -Participate in online literacy training courses -Master basic fact-checking skills **Legal warning：** Article 291 of our country's Criminal Law clearly stipulates that the crime of fabricating/disseminating false information is punishable by up to seven years in prison. Article 12 of the "Network Security Law" also expressly prohibits the dissemination of false information. In 2023, the "Qinglang" special operation of the Central Internet Information Office has dealt with more than 120,000 illegal accounts. It is recommended that the public pay attention to the China Internet Joint Rumors Platform (www.piyao.org.cn ), obtain authoritative rumors. In the information age, we are both communicators and gatekeepers, and it is the responsibility of the whole society to jointly maintain the truth.