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The terms wiki (pronounced "wicky") and WikiWiki have become synonymous with a unique type of hypertext document collection and the collaborative software employed to craft it. Originating from the Hawaiian language, "wiki wiki" translates to "super fast", underscoring the rapidity and efficiency with which content can be created and modified within this system. When referring to the Portland Pattern Repository – recognized as the inaugural wiki – the terms Wiki (capitalized) and WikiWikiWeb are often employed. To avoid confusion and differentiate between the generic terminology and specific platforms or instances, it's recommended to use a lowercase 'w' for the general terms.

Benefits of Utilizing a Wiki

• Accessibility: Wikis are universally accessible from any device with an internet connection.
• Software Independence: No additional software installation is required to view or edit.
• Dynamic Content Management: Users can modify existing web pages, ensuring information remains current.
• Collaborative Platform: Wikis support cooperative content creation and editing.
• Change Tracking: Many wikis include a "recent changes" page for monitoring modifications.
• Shared Responsibility: The open nature of wikis often instills a collective sense of ownership and responsibility among its contributors.

Fundamental Attributes

At its core, a WikiWikiWeb is designed to permit the collective authoring of documents using a straightforward markup language accessible via a web browser. Given that the majority of wikis are housed on the World Wide Web, simply referring to them as "wiki" is typically adequate. A singular document within a wiki ecosystem is termed a "wiki page", while the interconnected compilation of these pages is denoted as "the wiki".

One of the hallmarks of wiki technology is the swift creation and updating of its pages. Typically, there's no preliminary review of alterations; they are instantaneously accepted. Moreover, most wikis are open to the public or, minimally, to all those with access to the hosting server. Frequently, even user account registration is optional.

Page Structure and Modification

Wikis traditionally maintain two separate representations for each page: one for display purposes (typically rendered in HTML by web browsers) and another for editing (a streamlined markup format, the specifics of which may vary between different wikis).

Such a design choice is intentional. Given the complexity of HTML, with its extensive array of nested tags, it's not conducive to rapid editing and can detract from the content's essence. Moreover, by limiting users from leveraging all capabilities HTML offers – like JavaScript and Cascading Style Sheets – wikis ensure a consistent appearance and user experience.w.c2.com/cgi/wiki?WikiFaeries] [1]

List of Wikis and Related Resources

Here's a collection of various wikis, encompassing a range of subjects and areas of interest:

• Biggest wikis by page count on Aug 2, 2003
• WorldWideWiki: SwitchWiki - Comprehensive wiki index
• Asian Open Source Centre
• CapitanCook - Dedicated to travel information
• CorpKnowPedia - A resource tracking the corporate landscape
• CraoWiki - French online community platform
• Cunnan - Discusses medieval recreation and the Society for Creative Anachronism
• DarwinWiki - Resource on Darwinism
• Disinfopedia - Focused on information about propaganda
• EvoWiki - Dedicated to [Evolution]
• GreenCheese
• Green Light Wiki
• infoAnarchy wiki - Covers topics such as intellectual property, anarchism, and politics
• Javapedia
• Fox Wiki - One of the pioneering wikis centered on Visual FoxPro and software engineering. Link
• Know-how Wiki
• LibertarianWiki.org - Created for and by Libertarians
• Linuxquestions.org - A detailed resource (Link)
• MeatballWiki - Concentrates on online communities
• Memory Alpha - A portal for Star Trek enthusiasts
• OpenFacts
• The Open Guide to London
• Circus Wiki - An open book circus wiki
• Personal Telco
• Permaculture Wiki - Access the platform here
• PHP_Wiki
• Recyclopedia - A guide to sustainable living, permaculture, and environmentalism
• This Might Be A Wiki - Dedicated to the band They Might Be Giants
• Travelopedia - Get travel insights here
• The Star Trek Wiki
• Unreal Wiki - Documentation site for the Unreal Engine
• WhyClublet
• Wikibooks - A repository of textbooks
• Wikifiction - A collaborative novel project
• Wikimd - An Encyclopaedia resource
• Wikiquote - A vast repository of quotes
• Wikitravel
• Wiktionary - A comprehensive Dictionary
• Ypsilanti Eyeball - A user-maintained wiki for Ypsilanti, Michigan
• Riters.com - A platform for free online document collaboration.

Wiki-like Platforms and Systems

For those interested in platforms that bear resemblance to wikis, the following resources might be of interest:

• EditMe
• Everything2
• Halfbakery
• Eksi Sozluk - A platform in Turkish
• SnipSnap

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