Stuff You Should Know The Big Episode on Wikipedia
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Jun 20, 2024 Dive into the fascinating world of Wikipedia, where the journey from library visits to online knowledge revolution is explored. The hosts share humorous insights on the platform's origins and its rise as a vital information source. They address challenges in maintaining accuracy and highlight the collaborative nature of content creation. Through amusing tales and serious discussions, they reveal how Wikipedia balances reliability with user-generated content, while also celebrating remarkable contributions to the world of information.
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First Wiki
- Ward Cunningham created the first wiki, WikiWikiWeb, in the early 90s.
- It allowed users to contribute and edit information, forming the foundation of Wikipedia.
Wikipedia's Birth
- The idea for Wikipedia emerged from combining the wiki concept with the encyclopedia concept of Nupedia.
- Wikipedia launched on January 15, 2001, following a dispute about the wiki application.
9/11's Impact
- 9/11 was a turning point for Wikipedia, as news sites crashed and people sought information.
- Its lo-fi format and lack of ads allowed it to stay up, becoming a key source of information.