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The Internet

By nereafranquelo

  • Origins of the Internet (ARPANET)

    Origins of the Internet (ARPANET)
    The foundation of the Internet began with ARPANET, a project funded by the U.S. Department of Defense. ARPANET linked computers at different research institutions, allowing for the sharing of information.

  • First Email Sent

    First Email Sent
    Ray Tomlinson, an American computer programmer, sent the first email. This marked the beginning of electronic communication.

  • World Wide Web (WWW) Created

    World Wide Web (WWW) Created
    Tim Berners-Lee, a British scientist, invented the World Wide Web. This system allowed for the linking of documents and media across the Internet using hyperlinks, leading to the modern web browsing experience.

  • First Website Launched

    First Website Launched
    The first website, created by Tim Berners-Lee, was launched. It was a simple page with information about the World Wide Web project.

  • Commercialization of the Internet (Netscape and Yahoo)

    Commercialization of the Internet (Netscape and Yahoo)
    The first major commercial web browser, Netscape Navigator, was released. Also, Yahoo! was founded as a search engine, and businesses began to establish an online presence.

  • Google Founded

    Google Founded
    Google was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin, revolutionizing how people searched for information online. It quickly became the dominant search engine.

  • Wikipedia

    Wikipedia
    Wikipedia is launched as a free, collaborative online encyclopedia

  • Social Media Boom

    Social Media Boom
    Facebook was launched, marking the beginning of social media as a mainstream way to connect, share, and communicate online.

  • Smartphones and Mobile Internet

    Smartphones and Mobile Internet
    The release of the iPhone by Apple revolutionized mobile access to the Internet, enabling web browsing and app usage on portable devices.

  • Rise of Streaming and Cloud Computing

    Rise of Streaming and Cloud Computing
    Streaming services like Netflix and YouTube saw massive growth. Additionally, cloud computing services like Google Drive and Dropbox made it easier to store and access data online.

  • 5G Networks and the Future of the Internet

    5G Networks and the Future of the Internet
    The roll-out of 5G networks began, offering faster speeds and more reliable connections. The Internet continues to evolve with advancements in artificial intelligence, IoT (Internet of Things), and the Metaverse.

  • Artificial Intelligence technologies

    Artificial Intelligence technologies
    Metaverse technologies gain traction, exploring new ways of virtual interaction.