Tag: Wikipedia vandalism
Leona Whitcombe
Sockpuppet Detection and Prevention on Wikipedia: Key Methods
Wikipedia combats sockpuppet accounts through technical tools and volunteer vigilance. Learn how detection works, what signs to watch for, and why this matters for online trust.
Leona Whitcombe
How Wikipedia Handles Vandalism Conflicts and Edit Wars
Wikipedia handles vandalism and edit wars through a mix of automated bots, volunteer moderators, and strict sourcing rules. Conflicts are resolved by community consensus, not votes, and persistent offenders face bans. Transparency and accountability keep the system working.
