### **Achievement 3 by @abo.pro – Task: Content Etiquette**

Hello everyone!
Wishing you all a happy new month! I hope you're doing great and enjoying life. Today, I’m excited to share what I’ve learned from Achievement 3, which is all about Content Etiquette and understanding Plagiarism.

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What is Plagiarism?

Definition:
Plagiarism means using someone else's content — like text, images, videos, or designs — without their permission or giving them credit. It’s like stealing their hard work and claiming it as your own.

Let me explain with a simple example:
Imagine you're a YouTuber. You spend hours planning, shooting, editing, and finally uploading your video. Now, imagine someone downloads it and uses it in their own video without crediting you. That’s plagiarism — and it feels unfair, right?

That’s why it's important to always give credit to the original creator when using any material that isn't yours.

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Why is it Wrong?

Steemit works on a concept called Proof of Brain, where users are rewarded for using their own creativity and ideas. When you copy someone else’s work without permission, you’re not using your brain — and it goes against Steemit values.
Source

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Types of Plagiarism (Explained Simply)

There are many types of plagiarism. Here are 8 common ones:

1. Complete Plagiarism
   – Copying someone’s full work and claiming it’s yours.
2. Source-Based Plagiarism
   – Giving credit, but linking the wrong or misleading source.
3. Self-Plagiarism
   – Reposting your own content in multiple places as if it’s new.
4. Paraphrased Plagiarism
   – Slightly changing someone’s words but copying their idea.
5. Mosaic Plagiarism
   – Mixing your own words with copied phrases without citing.
6. Accidental Plagiarism
   – Unintentionally copying content without realizing.
7. Direct Plagiarism
   – Copy-pasting content word for word without any changes.
8. Inaccurate Authorship

What is a Citation?

A citation means giving credit to the original source of any idea, sentence, or image you use. It builds trust and shows you're honest in your content.

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Example of Proper Citation

Let’s say we’re talking about health:

"The word health refers to a state of complete emotional and physical well-being. Healthcare exists to help people maintain this optimal state of health."
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If you paraphrase, you should still include the source:

Health isn’t just about being free from illness; it’s also about feeling good emotionally and mentally.
Source

When using content from Wikipedia, it’s not enough to write “source: Wikipedia”. You should link directly to the exact page.

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Tips to Avoid Plagiarism

• Always cite your sources — even for images or small facts.

• Use plagiarism checker tools to double-check your content before posting.

• Create content from your own experience and knowledge — it’s more valuable and original.

• Use free image sources like:

  • Pexels
  • Unsplash
  • Shutterstock

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Final Thoughts

Creating original content may seem hard at first, but once you start thinking and expressing your own thoughts, it becomes easy and even fun. Let your creativity flow — your mind has endless ideas!

"I have read and understood the Steemit Etiquette on Steemit Community and will do my best to embrace them."

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Tags:
#achievement3 #plagiarism #steemit #contentetiquette #yourcountry

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