{"id":"c956dfdf-bbf2-438b-9a9d-f14611ec3659","slug":"what-every-neurosurgeon-should-know-about-the-web-2-0","title":"What every neurosurgeon should know about the Web 2.0","authors":["Pieter L. Kubben"],"abstract":"Background: The transition from Web 1.0 to Web 2.0 represents a significant shift in how users interact with online content. Web 2.0, introduced by Tim O'Reilly in 2004, emphasizes user participation and collective intelligence, allowing users to contribute content rather than merely consuming it. This evolution has implications for various fields, including medical publishing. Methods: This article reviews various Web 2.0 services relevant to neurosurgery and neuroscience, including wikis, video-sharing platforms, podcasts, RSS feeds, blogs, and social networks. It aims to familiarize neurosurgeons with these tools and their potential applications in enhancing professional practice and communication. Results: The article highlights several Web 2.0 platforms, such as Wikipedia, YouTube, and Twitter, and discusses their functionalities and relevance to the neurosurgical community. It emphasizes the importance of these tools in facilitating collaboration, information sharing, and professional networking among neurosurgeons. Conclusion: Understanding and utilizing Web 2.0 tools can significantly enhance the practice of neurosurgery by promoting collaboration and information exchange. The article encourages neurosurgeons to engage with these platforms to improve their professional development and stay updated with advancements in the field. Keywords: Web 2.0, neurosurgery, collective intelligence, social networks, podcasts, blogs, RSS feeds, video-sharing","thumbnailUrl":null,"publishDate":"2010-06-30T00:00:00.000Z","doi":"10.4103/2152-7806.64965","categories":["Original Article"],"fullTextUrl":"https://surgicalneurologyint.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/3202/SNI-1-21.pdf"}