Blogging through Wikipedia (2023)

 I learned a lot while editing Wikipedia. First of all, I realized how important the reliability of the source of the article is. Wikipedia is working to provide reliable information to people all over the world. Therefore, you should always check the source and retrieve information from a trusted source during editing. Information from reliable sources, such as articles, journals, and books, helps to convey reliable knowledge to readers. This makes Wikipedia more reliable and meaningful information available.  Wikipedia was the experience of discovering the surprises of collective intelligence. Wikipedia is a community where numerous contributors join together to share and develop knowledge. Various people contribute their knowledge and perspectives, creating rich content through discussion and cooperation. This collaboration process is also an exciting challenge. Improving content while sharing opinions and discussing with others has given me the opportunity to experience cr...

  1. SUMMARY  Wikipedia's "Did you know" (DYK) is a project page for the "Did you know" section of the main page. The DYK section introduces new or extended documents selected through an informal review process. Wikipedia's goal is to build and maintain an encyclopedia that covers all areas of human knowledge. And every day in English Wikipedia, hundreds of new documents are created and many are expanded. DYK introduces new and improved content by presenting a set of facts that link to the selected document. The hook appears in the "Did you know...?" box on the main page for a limited time. And DYK continues to show Wikipedia's improved and expanded collection of documents, introducing new content to readers, highlighting the variety of information it covers, showing readers the range of topics it covers. In addition, although selected documents among the best documents may appear in the DYK box, the main purpose of DYK is to introduce new and ...

1. SUMMARY  There are guidelines for the proper use of categorization functions in Wikipedia. An important goal of a category system is to provide a navigation link that allows readers to know the essential characteristics of a topic and quickly find a set of pages for the topic defined by that characteristic. Categories are not the only tool used to find the associated set of pages. Other tools that can be used instead of or in combination with categories include lists and navigation boxes. Be especially careful when naming categories. Wikipedia's category system also consists of topic categories and set categories. A topic category contains items related to that topic, and a set category contains items belonging to a specific class. Sometimes there are categories that combine themes and sets. It is important to maintain a consistent structure when classifying. 2. INTERESTING/USEFUL POINT 1) The breadth and diversity of knowledge: Wikipedia deals with information related to almost...

  1. SUMMARY  The Free Culture Movement is a social movement that promotes the freedom to freely distribute and modify other people's creations. This is done over the Internet and other forms of media. The free culture movement opposes excessive copyright law. Some in the movement argue that these laws undermine creativity. They call these systems the "authorization culture." The free culture movement is consistent with the values of pursuing free exchange of ideas and with the free and open source software movement. It is also consistent with other movements and philosophies such as the open access movement, remix culture, hacker culture, knowledge access movement, Kofi-Left movement, and public domain movement. And organizations like Creative Commons and Students for Free Culture are promoting the movement. The free culture movement is also being criticized by copyright advocates. Some argue that free cultural ideas have a negative impact on the cultural and artistic in...

1. SUMMARY  Reflect on Wikipedia's collaborative culture and aspirations as a universal encyclopedia. In the process of creating an encyclopedia using the metaphor of the puzzle, we can see how the neutral perspective (NPOV) and the principle of good faith complement each other. While Wikipedia is not without flaws and challenges, such as tensions and possible abuse within the community, the culture of collaboration with Wikipedia, guided by positive norms such as "don't bite newcomers" and "trust newcomers," aims to promote cooperation and overcome conflicts. It also explains the role of technology in enabling collaboration, but culture and values are important in successfully carrying out collaboration. And while technology is important, it is the collaborative nature of Wikipedia that makes technology work properly. Criticism of Wikipedia's status as an encyclopedia and its future can be seen, changes are inevitable, and communities may evolve over ti...

1. SUMMARY   In the context of the open content community, we can see the concept of leadership of characters such as Jimmy Wales. In particular, it can be seen that there are difficulties in decision-making in the leadership of Wikipedia and its co-founder, Jimmy Wales, and in large consultation-oriented groups.  The difficulties inherent in making decisions within a voluntary, consensus-oriented community lead to the need for "dictatorship." Leaders with excessive influence may be criticized, but their absence may lead to inefficiencies and prolonged debate. The role of "a benevolent dictator" is seen as a way to resolve these conflicts and facilitate decision-making.  Jimmy Wales is described as a leader with considerable authority on Wikipedia, but he is not officially called a " benevolent dictator." Rather, we acknowledge that the leader has delegated authority to Wikipedia's board of directors and dispute settlement committees while retaining de...

1. SUMMARY  It highlighted the vision and technology role of Wikipedia and previous dictionaries in relation to the pursuit of universal encyclopedias. The desire for access to information and global consensus is revealed.  Project Gutenberg is a project started by Michael Hart in 1971, whose goal is to make printed information accessible online. Hart began his work imagining the spread of computers and the provision of free e-books in the future.  The development and evolution of the Interpedia, Nupedia, GNUPedia/GNE, and Wikipedia projects can be seen. Early Internet-based encyclopedia attempts and projects with complex editing processes emerged, but Wikipedia's collaborative and accessible approach gained huge popularity. 2. INTERESTING/USEFUL POINT 1) It was interesting that the story of Project Gutenberg's birth was being portrayed mythically. This unrealistic aspect emphasizes the importance and value of the project. 2) It's interesting that Michael Hart is imaginin...

1. SUMMARY   We discuss its advantages and challenges, focusing on Wikipedia's concept of openness. In contrast to the claim that problematic users leave good users more often, ExtremeUnion's third law suggests that trolls motivate editors to write high-quality documents.   In Wikipedia, the definition of openness is explored, and the focus is on the accessibility and flexibility of cooperation, and the widespread sharing of content. Open content licensing, transparency, integrity, prohibition of discrimination, and non-interference, which are characteristics of the open content community, are outlined. It also mentions free and open source software (FOSS) movements that influence the concept of openness.  Discussing the tension between the ideology of free software and the practical benefits of open source, it highlights the fact that the term "open source" was developed in 1998. This emphasizes the expansion of openness to forms of cultural production other than so...

1. SUMMARY  Wikipedia is a remarkable and significant community that defied expectations and became one of the top websites globally. Lawrence Lessig praises Joseph Reagle's book for its deep exploration of Wikipedia's collaborative culture and the lessons it holds. He highlights the human aspects, the dedication of volunteers, and the value of understanding this unique phenomenon. Lessig sees Reagle's ethnography as an important step in comprehending the broader implications of Wikipedia beyond its vast knowledge repository. 2. INTERESTING/USEFUL POINT  What's interesting is the birth and growth process of Wikipedia. No one previously imagined Wikipedia was possible, but it is now one of the most important websites on the Internet. This unexpected success demonstrates the power of the community based on collaboration and spontaneity. It's also interesting to understand Wikipedia's history and culture and learn more from it. 3. DISCUSSION  Wikipedia's succes...

  1. SUMMARY 1) Image Use: The FAQ explains how images on Wikimedia Commons are available under specific licenses, allowing their use on Wikipedia and other platforms. It emphasizes the importance of providing proper attribution and complying with license requirements when using images. 2) Copyright and Licensing: The FAQ outlines the principles of copyright and licensing regarding images. It explains that only freely licensed, public domain, or fair use images are acceptable for use on Wikipedia. It encourages users to familiarize themselves with the specific licensing terms of each image. 3) Uploading Images: The FAQ provides instructions on how to upload images to Wikimedia Commons, including guidelines on file formats, copyright tags, and metadata. It emphasizes the need to follow the relevant copyright laws and to provide accurate information when uploading media files. 4) Image Quality and Resolution: The FAQ addresses concerns about image quality and resolution, stressing th...

1. SUMMARY 1) Idea: Every article begins with an idea in the mind of a contributor. It can be about any topic that belongs on Wikipedia. Before starting, it's a good idea to search if there is already an article on the subject. If not, you can proceed to create a new article. 2) Stub: If you don't have enough time to write a full article, you can create a stub. Stubs are very short articles, usually just a few sentences. They are considered the starting point for articles on Wikipedia and can be expanded over time. 3) Developing Article: Once a stub has some content, it becomes a developing article. Most articles on Wikipedia fall into this category. They may have weaknesses, so it's encouraged to copyedit them, add content, and improve their overall quality. 4) Good Article: When an article is well-developed, properly sourced, and meets certain criteria, it can be recognized as a good article. Good articles are considered to be of high quality and provide reliable informat...

    1. SUMMARY   "Remix culture" refers to the widespread practice of creating new works by repurposing and combining existing cultural materials. It involves remixing elements from various sources such as music, film, art, literature, and other forms of media. This cultural phenomenon is facilitated by digital technologies and the ease of access to creative tools. Remix culture challenges traditional notions of authorship and copyright, emphasizing collaborative and participatory creativity. It has had a significant impact on the arts, entertainment, and online communities, fostering new forms of expression and cultural exchange. 2. INTERESTING/USEFUL POINT  1) Participatory culture: Remix culture is closely tied to the concept of participatory culture, which emphasizes active engagement and collaboration among individuals. In remix culture, people are encouraged to actively participate in the creation and sharing of content, blurring the lines between creators and ...

  1. SUMMARY  Wikipedia provides a comprehensive overview of how the online encyclopedia has been depicted in various forms of popular culture. Wikipedia explores how Wikipedia has been portrayed in literature, movies, television, music, and art. It includes a detailed discussion of both positive and negative portrayals of Wikipedia in popular culture.  The movies and television discusses how  Wikipedia has been portrayed in popular films and TV shows. For example, the film "The Social Network" features a scene where the protagonist uses Wikipedia to look up his date before meeting her, while the television show "The Big Bang Theory" has a character who is obsessed with editing Wikipedia articles.  Music explores how Wikipedia has influenced songwriting, with examples of songs that reference or are based on Wikipedia. Music of Wikipedia has had quite a significant impact on Wikipedia's music criticism, with some music journalists using Wikipedia to investigate a...

1. SUMMARY  Wikipedia is an encyclopedia where editing and publishing is open to everyone. Therefore, the reliability of the article depends on the author's expertise. However, most articles are not easy to trust because they are posted anonymously by authors and edited by anonymous authors. So Wikipedia is using a number of tools to ensure its credibility. Use only reliable sources to secure the credibility of the article. But I can't guarantee that this works that well. In the case of "South America Coati," a 17-year-old student jokingly wrote down the nickname he had come up with on Wikipedia, which remained on Wikipedia for six years and spread to a number of websites and newspapers. Some books were even published directly by the university. The fact that anyone can edit and post can create good synergy through collective intelligence, but there is also a possibility that it will have an unreliable adverse effect. 2. INTERESTING/USEFUL POINT  As mentioned above, W...

1. SUMMARY  "GIF" is a 2010 book by Jocem M. Wriggle Jr. that deals with Wikipedia and the subject of the Wikipedia community. The book contains ethnographic studies of Wikipedia's history, real life and theoretical pioneers, and culture, including its consensus and cooperative practices. And this book is based on a PhD thesis by Reagle, a scholar specializing in Internet sociology, as well as volunteers in Wikipedia. We are discussing the popular and diverse elements of Wikipedia and why Wikipedia achieved its intended reproduction. 2. INTERESTING/USEFUL POINT  It was interesting to introduce ethnographic studies to explain the nature of Wikipedia, starting with chapter 1 "Nazi and Norms" to chapter 7 "Encylopedic Anxiety". In particular, I felt that the inclusion of concerns about amateurism in Chapter 7, "Encylopedic Anxiety," captured the current Wikipedia problem well. 3. DISCUSSION  Can the theory of Wikipedia at the time of the author ...