Wikipedia is a multi lingual, public open source,wiki technology based,
online encyclopedia.
Wikipedia is edited and developed by its visitors; its articles can be updated
by an internet visitor. The title is a joining of the words wiki
(collaborative web technology) & encyclopedia
Wiki
+ pedia (encylopedia) = Wikipedia
To
have your own wikipedia will makes you seem more important, and
also allows you influence the first thing internet users discover
about you. Have you considered adding your own? Go to "How
do I get listed in
Wikipedia ?" to start your unique Wiki entry!
Wikipedias alexa number is 9 - this means that only 8 websites in the world
are more popular (have more unique visitors) than
Wikipedia . This shows how HUGE this wiki open source online encyclopedia
has become.
Wikipedia is of course a misspelling of the name, the correct spelling is
actually WIKIPEDIA.
Wiki Fact #1: A Wikepedia entry on yourself is a powerful reputation management tool. Google floats Wikepedia pages to the top of people searches, and unlike traditional press coverage, you get to edit it. Or more wisely, get someone else to edit. See: How do I get listed in Wikepedia
Wiki Fact #2: Wikipedia Hosting: Wiki technology is the most popular method to use for managing online knowledgebases. Choosing the best wiki host is important. Want to have a wiki site? Now it is easier than ever to create it!