Reading13-LI XINWEI

 1. summary

  Classification is the basic process of organizing information in Wikipedia. This involves grouping the text according to the subject or other associated features of the writing. The main purpose of categories is to help users navigate through the vast amount of content available on the Web site and to find articles that are of interest to them. Wikipedia's classification system follows a hierarchical structure, and categories can be subcategories of a broader category. This hierarchy allows topics to be organized logically, making it easy for users to find related articles in a particular field or domain.

Classifications in Wikipedia are created and maintained by editors, who assign articles to the appropriate classifications according to established guidelines and agreements. Each article can fall into several categories and provides users with multiple search paths.

 2. interesting point

  Wikipedia's classification system is a dynamic one that constantly evolves and adjusts as new entries are added and edited. This design allows Wikipedia to better adapt to new topics and areas of knowledge. If someone is looking for a specific topic on Wikipedia, you can use the search function or the category links in the navigation bar to locate the relevant entries. The search feature allows you to enter a keyword or phrase and then return a list of items related to the query. In addition, the category links in the navigation bar categorize entries by subject, and you can click on the appropriate category links to browse related entries under a specific subject. Wikipedia's classification system provides users with a convenient way to explore and access the knowledge they need.

3. discussion

  Are Wikipedia's categories too detailed?

Comments

  1. YEJI PARKJune 2, 2023 at 12:53 AM

    I think so. I think designating a category by including even minor information rather conveys unnecessary information. In addition, I think that detailed category designation makes information search difficult.

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  2. XU RUOCIJune 3, 2023 at 3:56 AM

    I think there are benefits to detailed categorization, so I support this approach and don't think it's overly detailed. When I need to find some type of article, the detailed classification allows me to find it more quickly.

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  3. CHENXINLEIJune 3, 2023 at 5:23 AM

    The level of detail in the classification is somewhat subjective. Some might argue that taxonomy should be more detailed and precise to better organize and navigate Wikipedia content. They might create more subcategories to break down topics and target articles more precisely.
    On the other hand, some people think that the classification should be kept relatively concise and broad, so as to avoid the classification being too complicated and confusing. They may prefer to put articles into broader categories to ensure easy navigation and browsing.

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