Wikipedia's meteoric rise to internet fame began decades ago when it was first introduced in its current form by Jimmy Wales. In 2015, 60 Minutes correspondent Morley Safer sat down with Wales for an exclusive interview that would reveal the inner workings of this digital behemoth.
According to Safer, Wikipedia got its name from a reference to Lake Wisconsin, where the site's co-founder had spent time as a child. However, it was the site's user-friendly interface and vast array of content that drew millions of visitors daily - with over 200 clicks per second at one point.
As one of the most visited sites online, Wikipedia has become an indispensable resource for users worldwide, offering a wealth of information on various topics under the open-source wiki model. The platform's success story is a testament to Wales' vision and determination in creating a community-driven encyclopedia that prioritizes transparency and collaboration over profit or control.
The 60 Minutes interview provided Safer with valuable insights into the site's inner workings, shedding light on how Wikipedia operates as a democratic institution where anyone can contribute and edit content. This exclusive look at one of the internet's most beloved platforms offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of online knowledge sharing.
According to Safer, Wikipedia got its name from a reference to Lake Wisconsin, where the site's co-founder had spent time as a child. However, it was the site's user-friendly interface and vast array of content that drew millions of visitors daily - with over 200 clicks per second at one point.
As one of the most visited sites online, Wikipedia has become an indispensable resource for users worldwide, offering a wealth of information on various topics under the open-source wiki model. The platform's success story is a testament to Wales' vision and determination in creating a community-driven encyclopedia that prioritizes transparency and collaboration over profit or control.
The 60 Minutes interview provided Safer with valuable insights into the site's inner workings, shedding light on how Wikipedia operates as a democratic institution where anyone can contribute and edit content. This exclusive look at one of the internet's most beloved platforms offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of online knowledge sharing.
it's so cool how they got their name from lake wisconsin 
and morley safer's insight is like whoa 
i mean, 200 clicks per second is crazy 
but what's even more impressive is how wikipedia became a global resource 
where anyone can contribute and edit content 
it's all about transparency and collaboration over profits 
and that's what makes this site so awesome 
I also love how jimmy wales' vision came to life and created a community-driven encyclopedia 
that's like, totally democratizing knowledge 
. The fact that anyone can contribute and edit content is wild - it's like the ultimate democratization of knowledge 
. And I love how they're always pushing for transparency and collaboration, not trying to make a profit from users or anything 
. But what about the people who make all that content? Are they getting paid or something? 
. I mean, who wouldn't want to access over 200 clicks per second and contribute to something so massive? The fact that it's open-source and prioritizes transparency is truly inspiring 
. It's amazing how Jimmy Wales' vision has made Wikipedia a go-to resource for millions worldwide #WikipediaIsAwesome. And I love how anyone can contribute and edit content, making it a true democratic institution 
. Can you believe it's been 60 minutes since Morley Safer sat down with Wales? So much has changed in the internet landscape since then 
. Still, Wikipedia's core values remain the same - collaboration over control #CommunityFirst 
they literally changed the game for us all when it came to accessing free info online! and morley safer's interview w jimmie wales was like, totally iconic 
and can u even imagine how cool it must be to have ur name attached to a platform with so much impact on society? 
jimmy wales is literally a genius 