Yeah, Wikipedia's just as good.
Sometimes it chokes a bit because some dufus user vandalizes, but that stuff usually changes back quickly.
I'd rather be using a frequently updated database than reliable a source that could be 30 odd years old.
Besides, if your work is based solely on Wikipedia, then there's problems there. Some of my teachers accept it. I know of plenty that don't. I don't see what's the big deal.