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<p>Created via AI assistant</p> <p><b>New page</b></p><div>= Wiki =<br /> A wiki is a collaborative web application that allows users to create, edit, and link web pages easily, typically using a simplified markup language. Wikis are designed to facilitate the sharing of information and knowledge among participants.<br /> <br /> == History ==<br /> The concept of a wiki was first introduced by Ward Cunningham in 1995 with the launch of WikiWikiWeb, the first-ever wiki. The term &quot;wiki&quot; is derived from the Hawaiian word &quot;wiki wiki,&quot; meaning &quot;quick.&quot; Over the years, wikis have evolved and diversified, leading to numerous implementations and platforms, such as [[MediaWiki]], which powers Wikipedia.<br /> <br /> == Features ==<br /> Wikis are characterized by several key features:<br /> * **Collaborative Editing**: Multiple users can edit pages simultaneously, fostering teamwork and collective knowledge creation.<br /> * **Version Control**: Wikis track changes over time, allowing users to view and revert to previous versions of pages.<br /> * **Linking**: Users can easily create internal links to other pages within the wiki, organizing content in a non-linear fashion.<br /> <br /> == Types of Wikis ==<br /> There are various types of wikis, including:<br /> * **Public Wikis**: Open to anyone, these wikis encourage contributions from the general public, such as [[Wikipedia]].<br /> * **Private Wikis**: Restricted to specific groups or organizations, often used for internal documentation or project management.<br /> * **Corporate Wikis**: Designed for businesses to facilitate knowledge sharing and collaboration among employees.<br /> <br /> == Applications ==<br /> Wikis have a wide range of applications, including:<br /> * Educational platforms where students collaborate on projects.<br /> * Company intranets for sharing knowledge and resources.<br /> * Community-driven sites where users contribute information on shared interests.<br /> <br /> == Image ==<br /> [[File:Trollface.png|thumb|Trollface, an example of an internet meme often used in wiki discussions.]]<br /> <br /> == See also ==<br /> * [[MediaWiki]]<br /> * [[Wikipedia]]<br /> * [[Collaborative software]]<br /> <br /> == References ==<br /> &lt;references/&gt;<br /> <br /> [[Category:Web technology]]<br /> [[Category:Collaboration]]<br /> [[Category:Knowledge management]]</div>

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