Patrol

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Patrol is a term used in various contexts, primarily in law enforcement and military operations. It refers to the act of conducting a routine or random examination of a specific area or region. In the context of Wikipedia, patrolling refers to the process of reviewing new pages and edits to ensure they meet Wikipedia's quality standards.

Law Enforcement[edit | edit source]

In law enforcement, patrol officers are the police officers who are assigned to monitor specific geographic areas. They are typically the first responders to incidents and may conduct investigations into criminal activity. Patrol officers are often the most visible representatives of a police department to the general public.

Military[edit | edit source]

In the military, a patrol is a group of soldiers, or a single soldier, sent out to gather information about the enemy or to carry out a destructive or harassing mission. Patrols can be conducted on foot, in vehicles, or by aircraft.

Wikipedia[edit | edit source]

On Wikipedia, patrolling is the act of reviewing new pages and edits to ensure they meet Wikipedia's quality standards. This includes checking for vandalism, ensuring that the content is written in a neutral point of view, and that it is properly sourced. Patrollers may also tag articles for deletion if they do not meet Wikipedia's notability guidelines.

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