History of the Internet • 1960s: Concept of ARPANET • 1983: TCP/IP introduced • 1990s: World Wide Web created • 2000s: Broadband & Wi-Fi • 2010s+: Mobile Internet, Cloud, IoT
How the Internet Works • Information travels in data packets • Uses routers & servers • Relies on IP addresses & DNS • Global network of networks
Uses of the Internet • Communication (Email, Social Media) • Education (E-learning) • Business (E-commerce, Banking) • Entertainment (Streaming, Gaming)
Advantages & Disadvantages Advantages: • Easy access to information • Connects people worldwide • Supports innovation Disadvantages: • Cybersecurity risks • Misinformation • Addiction & overuse
Future of the Internet • Artificial Intelligence • Internet of Things (IoT) • 5G & beyond • Metaverse & Virtual Reality
Conclusion The Internet has revolutionized the way we live, work, and communicate. It continues to evolve, shaping the future of humanity.