I find wiki's a bit problematic. This may stem from the fact that I am one of the last of the dinosaurs and leary of all this web stuff or the fact that I am a control freak. I don't like the idea of a free platform where anyone can change information; it is un-vetted. (And we all know what a problem not enough vetting can bring). I like to know I can trust my sources.
Thats why I think the ban on Wikipedia is appropriate. While most of the information checks out, the layers of "proof" that an author needs do not exist. That doesn't mean I don't think wikis have their place. I think the how-to wikis are great. Some are very helpful, while others are downright hilarious. It would be an interesting way to share recipes, as each individual eventually tweaks the contents, especially if the edit history can be viewed. Imagine The Art of French Cooking as a wiki!
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