Frequently Asked Questions2024-03-06T08:59:22-07:00

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

The following are Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) for Real Obvious and Red Rake.

Visit any Real Obvious Product page for FAQs about that product.

Frequently Asked Questions
What is Real Obvious Info?2024-08-31T14:36:55-06:00

Real Obvious Info is a MediaWiki Enhancement designed to be installed and used on MediaWiki websites connected to the Internet or operated within isolated enclaves / dark sites.

Why should I use Real Obvious Info?2024-08-31T14:43:18-06:00

Compatibility, Simplicity, and Cost.

Compatibility – To ensure the widest possible compatibility across MediaWiki servers, Real Obvious Info is installed as an enhancement (not a plugin). Installing Real Obvious Info is easy as 1-2-3 — Step 1) Upload the info image; Step 2) Update common.css; Step 3) Create the MediaWiki Info Template.

Simplicity – MediaWiki Templates are used to add “Info” messages to a wiki page. Real Obvious Info ensures a common look and feel of Info messages for the MediaWiki site.

Cost – Real Obvious Info is made available free of charge.

Why is this a MediaWiki Enhancement and not a MediaWiki Extension?2024-08-31T14:58:47-06:00

This is a MediaWiki Enhancement to simplify the process of installation and to improve compatibility with various versions of MediaWiki.

How much does Real Obvious Info cost?2024-08-31T14:50:16-06:00

Nothing. Real Obvious Info is provided free of charge.

How does Real Obvious Info work?2024-08-31T14:53:56-06:00

Here is how Real Obvious Info works…

Page Viewer – Info messages are displayed embedded in wiki pages to the viewer.

Page Editor – An Info message is added to a page using standard MediaWiki Templates “{{Info|…}}”

Wiki Admin – Real Obvious Info is installed by updating common.css,  uploading an image, and creating the Info template.

I am a software developer, can I contribute to Real Obvious?2024-03-06T08:27:18-07:00

Yes. To ensure quality, all submissions are reviewed by Red Rake.

Visit the Red Rake – Contact Us web page for details on how to contact Red Rake and submit your changes.

Who uses Real Obvious Products?2024-03-06T10:22:06-07:00

Real Obvious products were first introduced in 2001. Real Obvious products are in use by…

  • Commercial / Technology Companies
  • Government / Federal / DoD Agencies
  • Non-Profit Organizations
Who is Red Rake?2024-03-06T08:20:09-07:00

Real Obvious Solutions are developed, delivered, and supported by Red Rake.

Red Rake provides consulting services, intellectual property, and investments to businesses.

Red Rake helps businesses succeed by leveraging technology in time-proven and innovative ways. Working together with clients, Red Rake helps them Dream, Design, and Deploy compelling new business opportunities.

What is the relationship between Real Obvious and Red Rake?2024-03-06T09:16:14-07:00

Real Obvious is a marketing brand name used by Red Rake (a company) to develop, deliver, and support a collection of software products and solutions.

  • Red Rake = Company
  • Real Obvious = Products
Go to Top