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A collection of anecdotal information. Similar to data, a collection of factual information. The plural of anecdote is not data, it is dota. Pronounced with a long "O" sound like go or no. Collection of stories, understanding, impressions, ideas that lead one to have a belief of what the facts will be. Information gathered from many internet sources giving numbers/figures/measurements that are similar for a given item, yet not recognized by the manufacturer of that item. Information that can be used to estimate, or gives an impression of a trend, but is not factual data.
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