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| − | <big>At [[AboutUs.org]] we believe that by working together we can create an amazing | + | <big>At [[AboutUs.org]] we believe that by working together we can create an amazing [[WikiWiki|wiki]] resource and guide to [[domain page|websites]].</big> |
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| − | On this page you can find some basic nuts | + | On this page you can find some basic nuts and bolts about our tools and policies around '''editing''', '''frequently asked questions''', '''copyright''', and '''legal''' polices. |
| − | If you're new to [[WikiWiki|wikis]] and curious about what they are and how they work, check out our [[WikiAnatomy|Wiki Anatomy]] tours | + | If you're new to [[WikiWiki|wikis]] and curious about what they are and how they work, check out our [[WikiAnatomy|Wiki Anatomy]] tours and [[WikiWiki|definition of wiki]]. |
==Editing== | ==Editing== | ||
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| + | [[AboutUs.org]] pages have editable sections. We [[assume good faith]] and give everyone the ability to make [[constructive edits]] to help build this website directory. We invite the public to edit [[domain page|pages about websites]] that they operate or know something about. Here at [[AboutUs.org]] we hand-review every edit made to make sure that each is [[constructive]]. We remove the few that are not. Anyone can also sign up to be [[EmailAlerts|notified when a page that they care about it is edited]]. | ||
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| + | ==Policies== | ||
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| + | AboutUs has policies for types of content on our site and how pages are flagged. You can read about these on the [[AboutUsPolicies|AboutUs Policies page]]. | ||
==Frequently Asked Questions== | ==Frequently Asked Questions== | ||
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This section addresses some of the most frequently asked questions regarding [[AboutUs]] guidelines: | This section addresses some of the most frequently asked questions regarding [[AboutUs]] guidelines: | ||
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*[[Contacting AboutUs.org|How can I get in touch with AboutUs?]] | *[[Contacting AboutUs.org|How can I get in touch with AboutUs?]] | ||
| − | We hope we've answered all of your questions | + | We hope we've answered all of your questions about guidelines, but if you have a question not covered here please check our full list of FAQs ([[Concerns FAQ]] and [[Help|Editing FAQ]]). Or [[Contacting AboutUs.org|contact us]] - we're always happy to help. |
==Copyright== | ==Copyright== | ||
| − | [[AboutUs.org]] content is available under the terms of the [http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html GFDL] and/or the [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ CC By-SA License]. For more of our thoughts on this see [[Collaborating to Build the Commons]]. | + | ---- |
| + | Editable content on [[AboutUs.org]] content is available under the terms of the [http://www.gnu.org/copyleft/fdl.html GFDL] and/or the [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-sa/3.0/ CC By-SA License]. For more of our thoughts on this see [[Collaborating to Build the Commons]]. | ||
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| + | Non-editable content and all material in the [[Learn]] section are copyrighted by AboutUs Inc. [[Learn]] articles may be republished with prior permission - email Editor@AboutUs.org. Publishers must include attribution and a link back to the original article. | ||
* We use [http://www.famfamfam.com/lab/icons/silk/ Silk icons] on this site, licensed under [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5/ Creative Commons Attribution 2.5 License]. | * We use [http://www.famfamfam.com/lab/icons/silk/ Silk icons] on this site, licensed under [http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/2.5/ Creative Commons Attribution 2.5 License]. | ||
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==Legal== | ==Legal== | ||
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The policies that help us navigate the legal waters include our [[AboutUs:General_disclaimer|general disclaimer]], the [[Terms_and_Conditions_of_Use|terms & conditions of use]], the [[Intellectual_Property_Policy|intellectual property policy]], and our [[AboutUs:Privacy_policy|privacy policy]]. | The policies that help us navigate the legal waters include our [[AboutUs:General_disclaimer|general disclaimer]], the [[Terms_and_Conditions_of_Use|terms & conditions of use]], the [[Intellectual_Property_Policy|intellectual property policy]], and our [[AboutUs:Privacy_policy|privacy policy]]. | ||
Latest revision as of 01:41, 7 November 2013
At AboutUs.org we believe that by working together we can create an amazing wiki resource and guide to websites.
On this page you can find some basic nuts and bolts about our tools and policies around editing, frequently asked questions, copyright, and legal polices.
If you're new to wikis and curious about what they are and how they work, check out our Wiki Anatomy tours and definition of wiki.
Editing
AboutUs.org pages have editable sections. We assume good faith and give everyone the ability to make constructive edits to help build this website directory. We invite the public to edit pages about websites that they operate or know something about. Here at AboutUs.org we hand-review every edit made to make sure that each is constructive. We remove the few that are not. Anyone can also sign up to be notified when a page that they care about it is edited.
Policies
AboutUs has policies for types of content on our site and how pages are flagged. You can read about these on the AboutUs Policies page.
Frequently Asked Questions
This section addresses some of the most frequently asked questions regarding AboutUs guidelines:
- What is AboutUs?
- What is a wiki?
- Can I remove my address and contact information?
- How can I be notified if a page I care about is edited?
- How can I have information about my site removed?
- Can I prevent AboutUs from gathering info about my site?
- How can I get in touch with AboutUs?
We hope we've answered all of your questions about guidelines, but if you have a question not covered here please check our full list of FAQs (Concerns FAQ and Editing FAQ). Or contact us - we're always happy to help.
Copyright
Editable content on AboutUs.org content is available under the terms of the GFDL and/or the CC By-SA License. For more of our thoughts on this see Collaborating to Build the Commons.
Non-editable content and all material in the Learn section are copyrighted by AboutUs Inc. Learn articles may be republished with prior permission - email Editor@AboutUs.org. Publishers must include attribution and a link back to the original article.
- We use Silk icons on this site, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution 2.5 License.
- We use IconDock Social Media Icons on this site, licensed under Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 3.0 Unported License.
Legal
The policies that help us navigate the legal waters include our general disclaimer, the terms & conditions of use, the intellectual property policy, and our privacy policy.