The Internet is a global network connecting millions of private, public, academic, and government devices, enabling communication, information sharing, and access to services worldwide.
Definition:
A vast interconnected system of networks using standardized communication protocols (like TCP/IP) to exchange data.
Uses:
- Communication: Emails, social media, video calls.
- Information: Research, news, education.
- Entertainment: Streaming, gaming.
- Commerce: Online shopping, banking.
- Work: Remote jobs, collaboration tools.
History:
- 1960s: Developed as ARPANET by the U.S. Department of Defense.
- 1980s: Expanded with universities and private organizations.
- 1990s: Public use boomed with the World Wide Web and browsers like Netscape.
- Present: Essential for daily life, powering AI, IoT, and cloud computing.
