MediaWiki vs DokuWiki : Which is Better?

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MediaWiki

MediaWiki is free and open-source wiki software.

License: Open Source

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DokuWiki

DokuWiki is a simple to use and highly versatile Open Source wiki software that doesn't require a database.

License: Open Source

Categories: Education & Reference

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MediaWiki VS DokuWiki

DokuWiki is user-friendly and ideal for small to medium-sized documentation projects without requiring a database, while MediaWiki excels in scalability and is suited for large, collaborative projects, though it has a steeper learning curve.

MediaWiki

Pros:

  • Robust for large-scale projects
  • Extensive documentation and community support
  • Powerful search capabilities
  • Highly customizable with extensions
  • Strong multilingual capabilities

Cons:

  • Steeper learning curve for beginners
  • Requires a database
  • Can be overkill for small wikis

DokuWiki

Pros:

  • Simple to install and manage
  • No database required
  • Great for documentation and note-taking
  • Strong version control
  • Flexible syntax for formatting

Cons:

  • Limited scalability for large projects
  • Fewer extensions compared to MediaWiki
  • Less focus on collaborative editing

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