Wikis

I like the idea of Wikis but the quality of each project depends on the skills and dedication of the editors. The more editors you get, the greater the chance of errors, bias, and disorganization.

Wikipedia is a good example of a well-controlled, active community with a consensus in mind. Sure, the occasional prankster or agenda-prone editor comes along (just check the edit records for the page on evolution) but overall, the information provided is accurate and fairly unbiased.

I like the idea of building something through an open group of users sharing knowledge. But those users need to be savvy, organized, and dedicated to the project if you want substantial results.

So, I have a lot more exploring to do when it comes to using wikis, but I am excited about the opportunities.