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Wiki discussion servers offer an exceptionally flexible, open source solution for a wide range of collaborative applications. Wiki offers simplicity, broad compatibility with current technologies and standards, and remarkably low cost. Now, there's a complete guide to deploying and managing Wiki servers, co-authored by Wiki's creator Ward Cunningham. The Wiki Way begins with an overview of discussion servers and their applications, and an introduction to Wiki's capabilities and components. The authors walk through installing Wiki, covering key Apache configuration and security issues; then introduce basic procedures for browsing, editing, content development, markup, and structuring Wiki content for diverse applications. The book also presents numerous case studies showcasing Wiki technology in action. An accompanying CD-ROM and companion web site at http://wiki.org/ provide the latest Wiki source code for multiple platforms.
This book investigates the practical implementation and management of Wiki technology as a scalable, open-source solution for collaborative web environments. The authors, including Wiki creator Ward Cunningham, provide a technical framework for deploying these servers while emphasizing the balance between simplicity and functional utility. By detailing installation procedures and content management strategies, the text establishes a standard for utilizing Wiki systems in diverse organizational and community contexts.
What You Will Find
Experts recognize this as a foundational text for understanding the origins and technical architecture of early collaborative web platforms. Readers frequently note that while the technology has evolved, the book remains a significant historical and practical reference for the principles of open-source collaboration.
Page Count:
464
Publication Date:
2001-04-03
Publisher:
Addison-Wesley Professional
ISBN-10:
020171499X
ISBN-13:
9780201714999
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