1 Presenter: Muhammad Atif Khan Sir : Dr. Siraj Muhammad Roll No: 34977 Semester: 4th Department: Zoology
The Internet Connecting the World in the Digital Age
TEACH A COURSE 3 Presentation outlines
What is the Internet? • A global network of interconnected computers • Uses standardized protocols (TCP/IP) to communicate • Enables information sharing, communication, and services. TEACH A COURSE 4
5 Brief History • 1960s: ARPANET created by the U.S. Department of Defense • 1980s: TCP/IP protocol adopted, internet expands • 1990s: World Wide Web introduced by Tim Berners-Lee • 2000s–present: Internet becomes essential for daily life
6 How Does the Internet Work? • Data travels in packets through networks • Routers and servers direct traffic • Uses IP addresses and domain names to locate resources • Protocols (HTTP, FTP, SMTP) enable different services
7 Internet for Communication • Email for instant global correspondence • Messaging apps and social media • Video conferencing for remote meetings Example: Zoom and WhatsApp connect millions daily,
Internet in Education • Online courses and e-learning platforms • Access to digital libraries and research databases • Virtual classrooms and remote teaching Example: Coursera, Khan Academy, Google Scholar 8
\ 9 • E-commerce and online shopping • Online banking and financial services • Digital marketing and global reach Example: Amazon, PayPal, Shopify Internet in Business
Internet for Entertainment • Streaming music, movies, and TV shows • Online gaming communities • Social media for sharing content Example: Netflix, Spotify, YouTube 10
Government and Public Services 11 • E-governance portals for citizens • Online tax filing and bill payments • Digital identity and records Example: Online passport applications, e-voting pilots
Social Impact of the Internet • Greater global connectivity • Cultural exchange and awareness • Online activism and social movements Example: Hashtag campaigns and online petitions
13 Challenges of the Internet
14 The Future of the Internet
References 15 The impact of social media Internet security Tips. Cyber security venture,2023 Images: DreamTimes.com Social studies Help.com