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If you check out [1zq Arbital's Guide to Bayes' rule] and contrast that with the [Wikipedia entry on Bayes' rule](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bayes%27_rule), you'll get a quick picture of the new direction Arbital is heading. The current prototype already provides the best URL on the Internet if you need to point a readership (not just an individual) at an explanation of Bayes' rule. Future explanations and [1sn discussions] can build on top that.\n\nArbital is currently in beta, so don't be too surprised if some things are broken or confusing, and please do send us feedback! The easiest way to do that is via the Quick Menu button (bottom right), but use whatever method is most convenient for you. There is also a [4ph Slack] channel where you can talk to the team and other editors.\n\n# What should I write?\n*See also: [5t2 Exemplar pages]*\n\nRight now, arbital is focusing on [-1lw math] content. 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