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{{cquote|I remember learning about Wikipedia around 2001-2002 and being so pleased that mankind was becoming capable of such noble works. This may sound silly to some, but I truly believe that there is no more admirable a pursuit than providing a free education, and the general spreading of knowledge without the constraints built to benefit one other than the recipient of said knowledge. What better pedagogical tool than this evolution beyond not only the codex, but a digital book. Wikipedia is a living text, it is the collective knowledge of millions rendered at a fantastic speed. Wikipedia has evolved with the help of many people--most notably it's hardworking volunteer base who have filled it without any expectation of personal gain. |
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This is quite arguably the single most valuable philanthropic organization, not only today, but to have ever existed. Knowledge is the foundation upon which all that is uniquely human is built. }} |
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{{cquote| I use wikipedia in my work. I am a nurse on a med-surg floor in a busy hospital. Nursing school does not prepare you to be able to answer everything a patient wants to know or needs to know about their illness. I have printed vast amounts of info from wikipedia about everything from diabetes to Whipple procedures, for both patients and myself. I have a notebook full of information. Wikipedia has been an invaluable tool for me. Thank you. }} |
{{cquote| I use wikipedia in my work. I am a nurse on a med-surg floor in a busy hospital. Nursing school does not prepare you to be able to answer everything a patient wants to know or needs to know about their illness. I have printed vast amounts of info from wikipedia about everything from diabetes to Whipple procedures, for both patients and myself. I have a notebook full of information. Wikipedia has been an invaluable tool for me. Thank you. }} |
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Wikipedia is Changing Lives
Here are just a few of the amazing stories that our users shared with us. We thank them for their willingness to tell their story about Wikipedia.
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