A+definition+of+Wiki

Wiki originates from a Hawaiian work //"wiki wiki"// means __//Quick//__. Wiki is a website developed collaboratively by a community of users, allowing them to add, edit, remove, delete, etc. It's also defined as the simplest online detabase that would possibly work. Wiki supports hyperlinks and has simple text syntax for creating new pages.

It's a bit odd among group communication mechanism in that it allows any individuals to edit or add to the content. This open editing has some profound effects on wiki usage.

Sth. good about wikis:

 * simply editable
 * using simple markup
 * record docs. history
 * creating links simply
 * creating pages simply
 * organizing sites
 * keeping track of all your stuff
 * collaborative nature
 * encouraging good hypertext

Wikis can handle complex problems with simple solutions. They are ideally suited for internal corporate projects or commitee groups when any individuals in a group have the goal in their minds.

Below you can find a picture of a sample wiki: ;-)

(By the way, it might take some time for the picture to load...sorry! :-)