On 15 January 2001, Wikipedia, a revolutionary free online encyclopedia, was launched by Jimmy Wales and Larry Sanger.
Designed to harness the collective knowledge of contributors from around the world, Wikipedia introduced a collaborative platform where anyone could edit and expand on articles.
This innovative approach to information-sharing marked the beginning of a new era in digital knowledge dissemination, quickly becoming one of the most visited websites globally and a vital resource for learners and educators alike.
