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Impact of French Encyclopedia
- The French encyclopedia spread ideas based on reason, fueling the Enlightenment and the French Revolution.
- It sold only 4,000 copies but reached the influential right audience, sparking major societal change.
Wikipedia's Key to Success
- Wikipedia revolutionized knowledge by inviting anyone to contribute, unlike traditional encyclopedias.
- Google boosted its success by directing traffic to it, making it the fifth most visited site globally.
Wikipedia Debate: Inclusion vs Deletion
- Wikipedia debates over article content and boundaries reflect conflicts on what is worthy to include.
- Deletionists aim for quality and trust while inclusionists emphasize breadth and openness.