History Of The Internet Timeline

By harsh singh

  • Arpanet

    Arpanet
    The U.S. government builds ARPANET, the first network to connect computers in different places. It’s the start of what will become the internet.

  • First Email

    First Email
    The first email is sent on ARPANET, marking the beginning of electronic messaging.

  • Going Global

    Going Global
    ARPANET connects the U.S. with Europe, making it the first global network.

  • Internet's Language

    Internet's Language
    A standard language for the internet (TCP/IP) is created, allowing different computers to communicate easily.

  • The World Wide Web is Born

    The World Wide Web is Born
    Tim Berners-Lee invents the World Wide Web, a system for sharing information online, making it easier to access websites.

  • Web Access for Everyone

    Web Access for Everyone
    The World Wide Web becomes public, and people start creating websites that anyone can visit.

  • Online Shopping Begins

    Online Shopping Begins
    Amazon and eBay launch, showing how people can buy and sell things over the internet.

  • The Search Engine Era

    The Search Engine Era
    Google is founded, quickly becoming the best tool for finding information online.

  • The Rise Of Social Media

    The Rise Of Social Media
    Facebook is launched, allowing people to connect with friends and share updates, photos, and more.

  • The Start Of Video Sharing

    The Start Of Video Sharing
    YouTube is created, making it easy for anyone to upload, watch, and share videos.

  • The Internet Goes Mobile

    The Internet Goes Mobile
    The first iPhone is released, allowing people to access the internet on a mobile device.

  • Instagram

    Instagram
    Instagram launches, letting people share photos and videos, quickly becoming very popular.

  • Social Media Reaches 1 Billion

    Social Media Reaches 1 Billion
    Facebook hits 1 billion users, showing just how popular and global social media has become.

  • Messaging Apps Take Over

    Messaging Apps Take Over
    Apps like WhatsApp, acquired by Facebook, and Snapchat grow in popularity, allowing people to message, share photos, and communicate instantly from anywhere.

  • Streaming Becomes Mainstream

    Streaming Becomes Mainstream
    Netflix, which started as a DVD rental service, becomes the leading streaming platform, changing how people watch TV and movies.

  • Voice Assistants Enter The Home

    Voice Assistants Enter The Home
    Amazon’s Alexa, Google Home, and other voice assistants become popular, allowing people to control smart devices with voice commands.

  • Rise Of Social Video

    Rise Of Social Video
    TikTok, a short-form video app, gains worldwide popularity, with users creating and sharing quick, creative videos.

  • 5G Revolution

    5G Revolution
    5G, a much faster mobile network, starts rolling out, supporting things like smart cities and connected devices.

  • A Digital-First World

    A Digital-First World
    During the COVID-19 pandemic, people around the world rely on the internet more than ever for work, school, and staying in touch.

  • AI Becomes Mainstream

    AI Becomes Mainstream
    AI tools like ChatGPT become popular, allowing people to use AI for creative and everyday tasks.

  • A More Interactive Internet

    A More Interactive Internet
    The internet continues to change, with AI and virtual reality making online experiences more personal and interactive.