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Development of Packet Switching
Leonard Kleinrock, a MIT professor, developed packet switching where data is broken into small units or packets, and travel independently and reassemble at their destination. This method allows an efficient, reliable, and protected way to share data. -
Creation of ARPANET
During the cold war, the launch of sputnik caused Americans to fear that soviet attacks would destroy their landline system. Scientists proposed a interconnected network of computers, leading to the start of the ARPANET project -
Network Control Protocol is Created
Network Control Protocol (NCP) was one of the earliest protocols that standardized the way computers exchanged data. It controlled connections and data flow but was soon replaced due to only working with specific computers. -
Email Invented
Ray Tomlinson created a way to send and read messages using the internet, and was the first to send a message using the @ symbol. This development marks the start of email communication that would still be relevant to us today. -
Spanning Tree Protocol
Spanning Tree Protocol (STP) was developed by Radia Perlman, it ensures a loop free topology by detecting unimportant paths and maintaining an active path. This ensures a reliable, stable network by automatically restoring connection. This protocol form the backbone of many modern technologies. -
Instant Messaging
Instant messaging (IM) is a form of communication developed by Murray Turoff that allows users to exchange multimedia over the internet instantly. IM has evolved to include various platforms, such as WhatsApp and Facebook Messenger. It has become an essential part in our communication today. -
Ethernet Is Created
Ethernet was created by Robert Metcalfe and his team at Xerox PARC to enable computers to communicate over a shared network. Ethernet used cables to transmit data in packets and formed the base of modern networking. The Ethernet Cable is still used today. -
SATNET is Established
SATNET (Satellite Network) was a network developed as part of the ARPANET project. It used satellites to connect the U.S. with Europe, enabling long-distance digital communication. This was crucial in the development of communication and long distance data transfers. -
TCP/IP Established
Vint Cerf and Robert Kahn developed the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and Internet Protocol (IP), the foundation for internet communication. It controls how data is transmitted, routed, and received, ensuring reliable transfer of data. This protocol replaced the older NCP, and helped develop the modern internet. -
UUCP is developed
UUCP (Unix-to-Unix Copy Protocol) is a communication protocol developed at Bell Labs to transfer files, emails, and commands between Unix systems. It was one of the earliest and widely used. This also helped in the development of other communications and networks. -
Domain Name System is Introduced
The Domain Name System (DNS) is a system for naming resources on the internet, to simplify the process of locating websites. DNS converts readable domain names into their corresponding machine IP addresses, allowing users to access websites without complex addresses. It is essential to navigation on the internet. -
Creation of the World Wide Web
The World Wide Web (WWW) was invented by Tim Berners-Lee to share information among scientists. Before its public release, he developed the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) and the Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) to help navigation and formatting. Linking documents through hypertext jumpstarted how information was shared. -
The Public World Wide Web
The public World Wide Web (WWW) was launched when Tim Berners-Lee made the first website available to the general public. The web became more user friendly and accessible for non-technical users navigate online content. Its public release, lead to the development of e-commerce, social media, and various online services. -
Development of the Mosaic Web Browser
The Mosaic Web Browser was developed by a team led by Marc Andreessen and Eric Bina, it was one of the earliest web browsers allowing users to view content, including text, images, and audio. It was user friendly and helped expand access to the web as it was available on various platforms. Mosaic's user-friendly design and support for images and hyperlinks made it popular among early internet users, significantly contributing to the rapid growth of the World Wide Web. -
Commercialization of the Internet
The Telecommunications Act of 1996 is passed, opening up the internet to commercialization. Companies like Amazon, eBay, and Netscape emerge. This led to the rapid development of websites, e-commerce platforms, and online services. The internet became a vital part of the economy, and transformed how industries would advertise and operate. -
Founding of Yahoo!
Yahoo was founded Jerry Yang and David Filo as a web directory that helped users navigate the early internet by categorizing and listing websites. Yahoo expanded its services, becoming a major web portal and one of the most visited sites. However, competition caused it to fall behind -
Founding of Google
Google was founded by Larry Page and Sergey Brin. The search engine was created to provide a more efficient way to organize and retrieve information on the internet, using an algorithm called PageRank. This algorithm ranked web pages based on their relevance and the number of links pointing to them, making it more accurate. It quickly gained popularity and is now one of the most influential technology companies. -
Facebook is Founded
Facebook was founded in 2004 by Mark Zuckerberg, along with Eduardo Saverin, Andrew McCollum, Dustin Moskovitz, and Chris Hughes. It was designed as a social networking platform for college students to connect and share information. Facebook allows users to create profiles, share updates, and connect with friends. It introduced features such as the News Feed and the "Like" button. It is one of the largest social media platforms and has changed networking significantly. -
Youtube is Launched
YouTube is founded by Chad Hurley, Steve Chen, and Jawed Karim, allowing users to upload and share videos online. YouTube has grown and become the largest video-sharing platform in the world. It plays a significant role in entertainment, education, and culture, shaping how people consume and create video content online. -
Creation of the iPhone
The iPhone is a smartphones designed and marketed by Apple Inc., enabling mobile internet browsing and starting the age of smartphones with internet access on-the-go. Over the years, Apple has released multiple iPhone models with advancements in technology. -
The Internet Expands
The Internet of Things (IoT) sees widespread adoption, connecting everyday devices like smart refrigerators, thermostats, and wearables to the internet. It has led to the development of standards and protocols, and become crucial in various aspects of daily life. It now continues to evolve and promote new innovations.