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'''Memory Alpha''' is a free ''Star Trek'' reference website that is being written collaboratively by the readers. Our goal is to become the largest, most reliable, and most up-to-date encyclopedia about everything related to the ''Star Trek'' universe. |
'''Memory Alpha''' is a free ''Star Trek'' reference website that is being written collaboratively by the readers. Our goal is to become the largest, most reliable, and most up-to-date encyclopedia about everything related to the ''Star Trek'' universe. |
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| − | Memory Alpha is a {{w|wiki}}, meaning that any fan may edit any article by clicking on the ''edit this page'' link that appears in every wiki article that is not designated as a |
+ | Memory Alpha is a {{w|wiki}}, meaning that any fan may edit any article by clicking on the ''edit this page'' link that appears in every wiki article that is not designated as a {{ma|protection policy|protected page}}. This makes it very easy for any fan to share their knowledge and insight of the ''Star Trek'' universe and add to the collected information available. |
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| + | {{bginfo|"I've got to say the Star Trek Wikipedia, Memory Alpha, which is online, has been so helpful. If you need to know what's inside of a photon torpedo, there it is online, because there are so many dedicated fans out there who have such a vast knowledge of the universe and the minutia of it." - [[Simon Pegg]] on writing {{film|13}} ''{{trekcore|blog/2015/07/simon-pegg-memory-alpha-star-trek-beyond/}}''}} |
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The project was started in November 2003 by [[User:Harry Doddema|Harry Doddema]] and [[User:MinutiaeMan|Dan Carlson]]. It was inspired by {{w|Main Page|Wikipedia}}, a free, open-source encyclopedia, and by the interest of many ''Star Trek'' fans in a website that provides timely and useful reference information on the ''Star Trek'' universe. There are currently {{NUMBEROFARTICLES}} articles that are being worked on. |
The project was started in November 2003 by [[User:Harry Doddema|Harry Doddema]] and [[User:MinutiaeMan|Dan Carlson]]. It was inspired by {{w|Main Page|Wikipedia}}, a free, open-source encyclopedia, and by the interest of many ''Star Trek'' fans in a website that provides timely and useful reference information on the ''Star Trek'' universe. There are currently {{NUMBEROFARTICLES}} articles that are being worked on. |
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| − | All of the site's content is covered by a [[Memory Alpha:Creative Commons License|Creative Commons License]]. Contributions remain the property of their creators, while the |
+ | All of the site's content is covered by a [[Memory Alpha:Creative Commons License|Creative Commons License]]. Contributions remain the property of their creators, while the {{w|copyleft}} licensing ensures that the content will always remain freely distributable and reproducible. See the {{ma|Copyrights|copyright statement}} for more information. "Star Trek" and related names are registered trademarks of [http://www.cbs.com/ CBS Studios] and/or [http://www.paramount.com/ Paramount Pictures]. This site is intended solely for non-profit purposes. No copyright infringement is intended. |
| − | : '''Warning:''' ''Memory Alpha contains spoilers!'' For any television episode that has aired in its nationwide timeslot in the United States, that material is considered fair game for inclusion in articles. See our |
+ | : '''Warning:''' ''Memory Alpha contains spoilers!'' For any movie that has opened in the United States or television episode that has aired in its nationwide timeslot in the United States, that material is considered fair game for inclusion in articles. See our {{ma|spoiler policy}} for more information. |
== More about Memory Alpha == |
== More about Memory Alpha == |
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| − | *[[Memory Alpha]], an article about this project's namesake |
+ | *[[Memory Alpha]], an article about this project's namesake |
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+ | *{{ma|FAQ|Frequently Asked Questions}} |
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+ | *{{ma|Announcements}} |
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+ | *{{ma|History|History of Memory Alpha}} |
| + | *{{ma|Awards}} |
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| + | *{{ma|Acknowledgments}} |
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== Exploring Memory Alpha == |
== Exploring Memory Alpha == |
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| − | *[[Special:Recentchanges|Recent changes]], see articles that are being worked on right now |
+ | *[[Special:Recentchanges|Recent changes]], see articles that are being worked on right now |
| − | *[[Special:Allpages|All pages]] listed by title |
+ | *[[Special:Allpages|All pages]] listed by title |
*[[Special:Randompage|Random article]] |
*[[Special:Randompage|Random article]] |
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*[[Special:Newpages|New articles]] |
*[[Special:Newpages|New articles]] |
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== Contributing to Memory Alpha == |
== Contributing to Memory Alpha == |
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+ | *{{ma|Introduction|Introduction to Memory Alpha}}, a starting point for new {{ma|archivists}} |
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+ | *{{ma|Policies and guidelines|Policies and guidelines for contributors}}, all of Memory Alpha's policies and procedures |
| − | *[[Help:Contents|Help pages]], for help on editing articles and more |
+ | *[[Help:Contents|Help pages]], for help on editing articles and more |
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+ | *{{ma|Ten Forward}}, a discussion forum to ask questions about Memory Alpha not answered in the {{ma|FAQ}}s or [[Help:Contents|help pages]] |
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+ | *{{ma|Reference Desk}}, a discussion forum to ask questions about ''[[Star Trek]]'' |
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+ | *{{ma|User projects}}, for various user-initiated wiki-wide projects |
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+ | *{{ma|Contact us|Contact information}}, for questions, copyright issues, and bug reports |
| − | == About |
+ | == About wikis in general == |
For many people, the idea of a wiki might be a frightening and incredible concept. Take a few minutes to read some (or all!) of the links below, and get a better perspective on how a wiki is managed. |
For many people, the idea of a wiki might be a frightening and incredible concept. Take a few minutes to read some (or all!) of the links below, and get a better perspective on how a wiki is managed. |
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+ | *{{w|Wikipedia:About|About Wikipedia}} |
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+ | *{{w|Wikipedia:Why Wikipedia is so great|Why Wikipedia is so great}} |
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+ | *{{w|Wikipedia:Why Wikipedia is not so great|Why Wikipedia is not so great}} |
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+ | *{{w|Wikipedia:Replies to common objections|Replies to common objections}}, a collection of counter arguments for common objections to the Wikipedia and wiki concept |
*[http://c2.com/cgi/wiki?WhyWikiWorks WhyWikiWorks], a discussion about the wiki concept at the original WikiWikiWeb |
*[http://c2.com/cgi/wiki?WhyWikiWorks WhyWikiWorks], a discussion about the wiki concept at the original WikiWikiWeb |
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*[http://c2.com/cgi/wiki?WhyWikiWorksNot WhyWikiWorksNot], a discussion about the problems with the wiki concept at the original WikiWikiWeb |
*[http://c2.com/cgi/wiki?WhyWikiWorksNot WhyWikiWorksNot], a discussion about the problems with the wiki concept at the original WikiWikiWeb |
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| − | == Partner sites == |
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| − | *[http://www.st-minutiae.com/ The Gigantic Collection of ''Star Trek'' Minutiae], an extensive site devoted to the details of ''Star Trek''. History, reference, humor, opinion, and much more! |
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| − | *[http://www.fleetyard.net/ Titan Fleet Yards], a ''Star Trek'' fan website with fan-designed ships, an extensive Federation members list and articles on technology, technobabble and many other things. |
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| − | *[http://www.ex-astris-scientia.org/ Ex Astris Scientia], a huge and competent ''Star Trek'' database and commentary. Includes a ''Trek''nology encyclopedia, canon starship list, starship size charts, fan-made starships, inconsistencies, time travel, galleries, fun, and ''Trek'' links. |
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| − | *{{maforum|Subspace Comms Network}}, a message board community dedicated to the discussion of the ''Star Trek'' universe, and host to several fan projects. |
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| − | *[http://www.trekmania.net/ TrekMania], an all-around ''Trek'' site with special focus on starships. Features a massive collection of 3D designs and media files. |
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| − | *[http://www.starshipdatalink.net/ Federation Starship Datalink], a site with extensive information on Federation and alien ships, and a special section on concept art. |
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Revision as of 03:04, 27 July 2015
Memory Alpha is a free Star Trek reference website that is being written collaboratively by the readers. Our goal is to become the largest, most reliable, and most up-to-date encyclopedia about everything related to the Star Trek universe.
Memory Alpha is a wiki, meaning that any fan may edit any article by clicking on the edit this page link that appears in every wiki article that is not designated as a protected page. This makes it very easy for any fan to share their knowledge and insight of the Star Trek universe and add to the collected information available.
"I've got to say the Star Trek Wikipedia, Memory Alpha, which is online, has been so helpful. If you need to know what's inside of a photon torpedo, there it is online, because there are so many dedicated fans out there who have such a vast knowledge of the universe and the minutia of it." - Simon Pegg on writing Star Trek Beyond [1]
The project was started in November 2003 by Harry Doddema and Dan Carlson. It was inspired by Wikipedia, a free, open-source encyclopedia, and by the interest of many Star Trek fans in a website that provides timely and useful reference information on the Star Trek universe. There are currently 57,147 articles that are being worked on.
All of the site's content is covered by a Creative Commons License. Contributions remain the property of their creators, while the copyleft licensing ensures that the content will always remain freely distributable and reproducible. See the copyright statement for more information. "Star Trek" and related names are registered trademarks of CBS Studios and/or Paramount Pictures. This site is intended solely for non-profit purposes. No copyright infringement is intended.
- Warning: Memory Alpha contains spoilers! For any movie that has opened in the United States or television episode that has aired in its nationwide timeslot in the United States, that material is considered fair game for inclusion in articles. See our spoiler policy for more information.
More about Memory Alpha
- Memory Alpha, an article about this project's namesake
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Announcements
- History of Memory Alpha
- Awards
- Acknowledgments
Exploring Memory Alpha
- Recent changes, see articles that are being worked on right now
- All pages listed by title
- Random article
- New articles
- Article categories
Contributing to Memory Alpha
- Introduction to Memory Alpha, a starting point for new archivists
- Policies and guidelines for contributors, all of Memory Alpha's policies and procedures
- Help pages, for help on editing articles and more
- Ten Forward, a discussion forum to ask questions about Memory Alpha not answered in the FAQs or help pages
- Reference Desk, a discussion forum to ask questions about Star Trek
- User projects, for various user-initiated wiki-wide projects
- Contact information, for questions, copyright issues, and bug reports
About wikis in general
For many people, the idea of a wiki might be a frightening and incredible concept. Take a few minutes to read some (or all!) of the links below, and get a better perspective on how a wiki is managed.
- About Wikipedia
- Why Wikipedia is so great
- Why Wikipedia is not so great
- Replies to common objections, a collection of counter arguments for common objections to the Wikipedia and wiki concept
- WhyWikiWorks, a discussion about the wiki concept at the original WikiWikiWeb
- WhyWikiWorksNot, a discussion about the problems with the wiki concept at the original WikiWikiWeb