W4.2 March 29 (Fri)-Hong gyeongmin

 

1. summary

The Wikipedia community, while valuing good faith and consensus in decision-making, remains relatively tolerant of the inherent ambiguities in collaborative encyclopedia work, trusting human judgment over time. 

Although it faces real-world conflicts and unique challenges, Wikipedia hasn't become the global "adjustment and adjudication" institution Wells envisioned. Nonetheless, it serves as a fascinating example of historic community decision-making in a new context, especially due to its openness and the challenges it poses to consensus practice. These challenges are exemplified in humorous definitions of consensus and in scenarios like changing a light bulb on Wikipedia, showcasing the intricate processes involved. 

Despite its frustrations, Wikipedia's consensus-building approach sometimes leads to unique solutions, although it can be hindered by irreconcilable differences or external threats. Thus, Wikipedia's leadership, epitomized by the "benevolent dictator," is unconventional yet essential for navigating its complexities.


2. interesting point

It was fascinating to see how Wikipedia has already sorted out concerns within its system through consensus. While Wikipedia indeed deals with various conflicts and learns from them, it's remarkable how it handles issues not based on its own standards but on those envisioned by Wells in terms of "adjustment and adjudication." The way the community tackles numerous conflicts among users, adapting to each situation, is intriguing.


3. discussion

If you were to create criteria for mediating conflicts on Wikipedia based on this text, what would you create?

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