Both Wikipedia and Knol are websites that allow individuals to post articles on virtually any subject that interests them. However, articles posted by users on Knol are not checked for consistency while Wikipedia articles are commonly rated on their bias and consistency. Essentially, Knol is less of an encyclopedia and more of a community of user articles.
Moreover, Knol allows users to set up an account and collaborate with other authors on subject of interest. Through this community collaboration, Knol guides its users toward similar articles to give the user insight into their topic of interest. In this regard, Knol is clearly differentiated from Wikipedia.
Knol also provides a variety of unique options for its users including audio playback capabilities, forums, and tutorials. Wikipedia, in many aspects, appears less user friendly yet perhaps more reliable with its sources.
One Response to “Do I Wiki or Knol?”
We are a different class of college students every Spring. Together we explore what it means to do business in a "Web 2.0" world. Technology, new businesses, cutting-edge trends, we cover them all! 
Good luck with the class.
You Knol of course!
Knol give you the three big “E” things that all entrepreneurs need in the online environment:
Exposure for your main brand – YOU
Expert status bestowed by demonstrating your uncommon knowledge.
Entry point because Knol lets you link back to your web site where your commercial products sit.
Furthermore, it’s own by Google the biggest player in the online environment. It’s the rising star. Link up now and hang on for the ride.
Well done on the site. Regards to the class. Peter