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Know the Field
Strengths and Weaknesses
-Quora:Strengths include a vast user base, which ensures diverse perspectives and high-quality responses. However, Quora's broad focus can sometimes lead to less specialized content compared to niche sites like Askpot.
-Stack Exchange:A strength is the high level of expertise among users in specific domains. However, the platform's segmented nature might make it less accessible for general inquiries.
-Yahoo! Answers:This platform's strength was its broad user base and simple interface. A weakness was the often lower quality of responses compared to more curated or focused platforms.
Core functionalities
-Quora:Quora allows users to ask questions, provide answers, and explore curated content tailored to users' interests, similar to Askpot but with a broader scope and deeper user engagement features.
-Stack Exchange:Stack Exchange operates a network of Q&A websites on topics in varied fields, allowing for in-depth discussions, much like Askpot but structured around specific communities.
-Yahoo! Answers:Yahoo! Answers allowed users to ask questions and receive answers from the community, directly comparable to Askpot's core functions. It was discontinued in 2021.
Pricing Models
-Quora:Quora is free to use, generating revenue mainly through advertising. The platform recently introduced 'Quora Plus', a subscription model offering an ad-free experience and other features.
-Stack Exchange:Stack Exchange is free, with a business model that includes advertising and a paid tier for teams and enterprises, providing private Q&A for internal collaboration.
Target Audiences
-Quora:Quora's target audience is extremely broad, encompassing almost anyone seeking information online, differing from Askpot’s more focused community.
-Stack Exchange:Targets professionals and enthusiasts seeking detailed answers in their field, aligning somewhat with Askpot but with a professional tilt.
-Yahoo! Answers:The audience included a general internet user base, aligning closely with Askpot's target audience in terms of general public inquiries.