PROBLEMS OF NAVIGATION IN THE DIGITAL SPACE: INFORMATION OVERLOAD AND FAKE NEWS

The article analyzes the phenomenon of information overload and argues that the key issue is finding and maintaining a balance between the need for information and regulating interaction with the digital information environment. Effective strategies that can help navigate the flow of information are identified. The problem of fake news is considered, the mechanisms behind this modern phenomenon are analyzed, and methods for detecting fake news are characterized. It is concluded that a combination of public interest, personal education, and technological advances will contribute to building a more informed and sustainable society.