The Birth and Growth of The Internet
The Birth and Growth of The Internet
The Internet transformed how people communicate, access information, and conduct
business. Its history is a tale of collaborative efforts and groundbreaking technologies.
Historical Highlights:
1969: ARPANET, the precursor to the Internet, was created to connect research
institutions.
1983: The adoption of the TCP/IP protocol standardized communication between
networks.
1991: The World Wide Web (WWW) was invented by Tim Berners-Lee, introducing
browsers and web pages.
2000s: Broadband, social media, and mobile technology made the Internet accessible
globally.
Impact:
From its military origins to a global communication network, the Internet is the backbone of
modern digital infrastructure.