Wikipedia
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About
Wikipedia is a free, collaboratively edited online encyclopedia covering millions of topics across hundreds of languages. It is written and maintained by volunteers worldwide and hosted by the nonprofit Wikimedia Foundation. Anyone can read or contribute to its articles without cost.
Problem
People need access to free, reliable, and comprehensive information on virtually any topic.
For
general public seeking free reference information
How it works
Volunteers around the world collaboratively write and edit articles on the platform, which is freely accessible to anyone with an internet connection.
Business model
free
Status
launched
Company
Wikimedia Foundation
Launched
2001