DokuWiki

DokuWiki is a versatile, open-source wiki software written in PHP that focuses on simplicity and ease of use. Unlike many wiki platforms, it doesn't require a database, storing all content in plain text files. This approach makes it particularly easy to maintain, back up, and integrate into existing systems.

Key Features

• Simple File System Storage:

  • No database required
  • Plain text file storage
  • Easy backup and version control
  • Simple to maintain and migrate
  • Efficient resource usage

• Access Control & Authentication:

  • Built-in ACL system
  • Multiple authentication backends
  • LDAP/Active Directory support
  • User and group management
  • Page-level permissions

• Clean Syntax & Editing:

  • Readable wiki syntax
  • WYSIWYG editor available
  • Syntax highlighting
  • Media management
  • File upload support
  • Version control of pages

• Enterprise Integration:

  • Authentication connectors
  • Extensive plugin system
  • Template system
  • Multi-language support
  • XML/RSS feeds
  • Full text search

Who Should Use DokuWiki

DokuWiki is ideal for:

• Corporate Teams needing a knowledge base
• Development Projects requiring documentation
• Educational Institutions seeking a learning platform
• Small Organizations wanting easy maintenance
• Personal Users desiring a simple wiki solution

Getting Started

DokuWiki offers straightforward deployment:

1. Installation:

   • Download and extract files
   • Run install script
   • Configure basic settings
   • Start creating content

2. Configuration:

   • Set up authentication
   • Configure access control
   • Customize appearance
   • Install needed plugins

The platform requires minimal system resources and maintenance while providing robust wiki functionality. Its file-based nature makes it particularly suitable for version control integration and backup procedures.