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Do you use Wikipedia? I use it daily. What is Wikipedia Although it has been around since 2001, it wasn’t until about a year or two ago that it unintentionally became a new way of searching for me. Wikipedia typically has the best description and details about WHATEVER you are looking for. Rather than search the Internet in general, a typical search for me often includes the word “wiki”. Wikipedia is user contributed content. I find it often offers the best answers in a format and consistency I prefer. For example: Or, Google, “wiki rome”. Wikipedia’s full of details for all information concerning the city. (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rome) Or, try “wiki miracle fruit” for an interesting bit of information I learned the other day. Rather than wade through unknown sites for information, try adding wiki in your search to see if you can quickly get exactly what you’re looking for. Related posts |
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I always enjoy the “TIPS.”
I did wish to comment that, as you stated, WIKI has user contributed content. It is not referred – and as such is prone to errors. It is a fast, general source of info, but shouldn’t be used to base decisions, etc.
Thanks for the great TIPS!
Hi Grant,
Because it’s collaborative, errors are found pretty quickly. Some pages are locked during certain times to prevent vandalism, etc. Also note any “[citation needed]” remarks on the pages you view, as most definitive statements automatically require that references be made as one would see in published papers and books. As with any source, it would behoove the reader to follow up on references if their research is important.
More info on that here:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Reliability_of_Wikipedia