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Wikipedia 'List of...' Infobox: Image File Type Diversity
This page monitors the variety of image file types, such as JPEG, PNG, GIF, and SVG, that appear in the infoboxes of Wikipedia's 'List of...' articles. By analysing the Shannon Diversity Index, we can see how this variety changes over time. This evolution is a fascinating indicator of technological advancements and shifts in preferred image formats and best practices for web content. It offers a unique perspective on how Wikipedia, a massive collaborative encyclopedia, adapts to changes in digital media. The data is derived from publicly available Wikipedia datasets.