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A '''bot''' is a computer program that automates certain tasks, in this case editing this wiki. However, given that there is a potential for bots to malfunction or vandalize, the community must carefully regulate their operation to prevent them from damaging the wiki. | A '''bot''' is a computer program that automates certain tasks, in this case editing this wiki. However, given that there is a potential for bots to malfunction or vandalize, the community must carefully regulate their operation to prevent them from damaging the wiki. | ||
There are many tasks that bots can perform more efficiently and with less work than humans. Examples include tagging pages with maintenance templates | There are many tasks that bots can perform more efficiently and with less work than humans. Examples include tagging pages with maintenance templates. However, human editors will always be needed, as bots aren't capable of adding content to the wiki. They are just a tool for performing repetitive tasks with less work involved. | ||
Community members that are interested in creating a wiki bot should read [[wikipedia:Wikipedia:Creating a bot|creating a bot]] on Wikipedia, as it provides useful background information that applies here. | Community members that are interested in creating a wiki bot should read [[wikipedia:Wikipedia:Creating a bot|creating a bot]] on Wikipedia, as it provides useful background information that applies here. | ||