DMOZ, also known as the Open Directory Project, was a multilingual open-content directory of web links. It was created in 1998 and relied on volunteer editors to categorize websites into a structured format. This directory aimed to provide a comprehensive and organized resource for users searching for information online. The project was notable for its community-driven approach, allowing anyone to contribute by suggesting sites or becoming an editor. However, DMOZ ceased operations in March 2017, largely due to the rise of search engines like Google that changed how people find information on the internet.