Wikia Search is an alpha search engine that allows users to log in, create profiles, edit mini articles on search results, and participate in discussions. It combines search functionality with social networking features, aiming to build communities around search topics. However, challenges include incomplete features, privacy concerns, and ensuring participation enhances search rather than introducing spam. Its success will depend on engaging strong communities.

1. WIKIA SEARCH First Impressions

2. To be fair ... ... this is ALPHA

3. alpha.search.wikia.com

5. Some Surprises

6. Surprise - People The search results include people.

7. Surprise – Mini Articles Each search result (potentially) has a mini article that you can collaboratively edit.

8. Surprise - Discussions Every search has a discussion page

9. Surprise – Log In You can log in to the search engine.

10. Registered users have profiles.

11. And can set their privacy options.

12. Upload Photos

13. Invite Friends

14. Your profile gets you found

15. Gets you friends ... business ... etc.

16. User Content – Mini Articles You can create or edit the mini articles.

17. Editing is encouraged. Spam isn't.

18. Mouse Over to Rate (doesn't work yet)

20. Conclusion Wikia is innovative, with potential for business and personal networking. Its success will depend on the strengths of the communities it engages.

21. Credits Presentation - Phil Rees http://www.loosingsite.com Slide Background - Mary R. Vogt http://www.morguefile.com/archive/?display=175911