Entity: WIKIPEDIA
Wikipedia is a collaborative online encyclopedia that allows visitors to make changes, contributions, or corrections. It is a free resource written by volunteers in multiple languages.
Wikipedia
Etymology
The name "Wikipedia" is a portmanteau of the words wiki (a technology for creating collaborative websites) and encyclopedia.
Definition
Wikipedia is an online encyclopedia that allows visitors to make changes, contributions, or corrections. It is a free resource written by volunteers in multiple languages.
Historical Context
Wikipedia was launched in 2001 by Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger. It has since grown to become one of the largest and most popular reference websites on the internet.
Cultural Significance
Wikipedia has revolutionized the way information is accessed and shared, democratizing knowledge and making it accessible to people around the world.
Related Concepts
Other similar concepts include Wiktionary, a free dictionary with entries from multiple languages, and collaborative websites that allow user-generated content.
See Also
An online encyclopedia that enables collaborative editing and content creation by users worldwide.