Open Source
MediaWiki is free and open-source software, allowing users to modify the source code to fit their specific needs without incurring licensing fees.
Scalable
MediaWiki is designed to handle large-scale projects, making it suitable for enterprise-level documentation as well as large communal knowledge bases like Wikipedia.
Version Control
Each edit in MediaWiki is stored, allowing users to track changes, revert to previous versions, and see the edit history, which is crucial for collaborative environments.
Extensive Documentation
MediaWiki comes with comprehensive documentation, making it easier for developers and users to get started and troubleshoot any issues that arise.
Multilingual Support
MediaWiki supports multiple languages, enabling the creation of content in various languages, useful for global organizations.
Extensible
MediaWiki is highly extensible via plugins and extensions, allowing users to add functionalities tailored to their specific needs.