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13 Feb
Wikipedia Is Not a News Organization: Understanding the Philosophical Differences
Leona Whitcombe

Wikipedia Is Not a News Organization: Understanding the Philosophical Differences

Wikipedia isn't a news outlet - it doesn't break stories or chase deadlines. It waits for verified sources before updating, making it a reference tool, not a live feed. Understanding this difference helps you use it correctly.

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