FUD

From Oracle FAQ
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FUD is short for Fear, Uncertainty, and Doubt - a tactic used by computer companies to influence public perception by disseminating vague and negative information. Listen carefully to the next vendor presentation you attend to see if you can identify the elements.

Look at this classic example - see if you agree or not:

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