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A wiki is a collaborative, web-based platform that allows users to easily create, edit, and link web pages using a simple markup language. Originating from the Hawaiian word "wiki wiki" (meaning "quick"), wikis are known for their fast and easy editing, with the most famous example being Wikipedia. They are ideal for collaborative projects and knowledge-sharing, with features like version control to track changes, but can face challenges with information reliability.

Key characteristics

Collaborative editing: Anyone can edit a page, with changes saved and viewable, making it a dynamic and evolving workspace.

Simple markup: Users can edit pages using a simple, browser-based system, without needing advanced coding skills.

Easy linking: It is intuitive to create links between different pages, building a connected knowledge base.

Version control: Wikis save previous versions of a page, so changes can be tracked and reverted if needed.

Open-source roots: The concept was first introduced by Ward Cunningham in the mid-1990s and has led to many open-source software platforms, according to Trainual and Wikipedia.