Wikipedia:Wikipedia in brief

Neutral

Wikipedia does not judge or advocate specific views or opinions, or make determinations on "correctness". Where differing views exist, they are presented objectively, without biasorundue weight. Balance derives from reliable sources, not personal judgment.

Compilation

Wikipedia is an encyclopedia, consisting of articles written in a particular style. There is a process which advances articles to our goal.

Verifiable

Information must be realistically verifiable by others. This is generally done by citing from reliable sources.

Established

Original ideas, interpretations, or research cannot be verified, and thus are inappropriate for Wikipedia. Wikipedia is not a primary source; it strives to be a tertiary source.

Facts

Wikipedia documents facts; it does not offer editorial opinions. Articles state the important views which exist, and who holds them ("facts about opinions").

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