What Advantage Do Folksonomies Have Over the Specialized Lexicon of Experts

question 31

Multiple Choice

What advantage do folksonomies have over the specialized lexicon of experts?

• A) Classification schemes are created by users, who understand them best.
• B) It helps avoid information overload by distributing content via feeds rather than e-mail.
• C) It spares the users from having to continually visit sites to find out what's new.
• D) They offer efficient tagging by combining two or more technologies or data feeds into a single, integrated tool.
• E) Folksonomies are lightweight, browser-friendly, and often make a Web site interface as rich as a desktop application.

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Definitions:

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Defined Non-contributory Plan

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Collective Bargaining Agreement

A written legal contract between an employer and a union representing the employees, outlining the terms of employment.

Vision Care Package

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