Prepared by : Pathakatla Prasanth

Course : ETO – 05
Roll Number : E240527
 A Brief History of the
Internet
• The internet's roots trace back to the 1960s Cold War era.
• ARPANET, a project by the US Department of Defense,
aimed to create a communication network that could withstand
disruptions.
• In the 1970s, TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet
Protocol) emerged as the standard communication language
for the internet.
• The 1980s saw the birth of the World Wide Web, invented by
Tim Berners-Lee
 Importance Of Internet
• Information Access: Imagine libraries as our sole source of information.
Research would be much slower and require physically visiting libraries
or archives.
• Communication: Long-distance communication would rely on phone
calls, letters, and telegrams. Staying connected with loved ones abroad
would be more expensive and time-consuming.
• Education & Business: Traditional classroom learning and textbooks
would dominate education. Businesses would miss out on online
marketing and e-commerce opportunities.
• Entertainment: Entertainment options would be limited to traditional
media like TV, radio, and physical copies of movies and music.
• Global Connection: The sense of a global community would be much
weaker. Sharing ideas and collaborating internationally would be
significantly more challenging.
 How Does the Internet
Work?
• The internet functions like a massive network of interconnected
computers and devices.
• Users connect to the internet through Internet Service Providers
(ISPs) that provide access.
• Data travels across the network in packets, following specific
routes determined by routers.
• Domain Name System (DNS) translates user-friendly website
names (URLs) into numerical IP addresses that computers can
understand.
• Protocols like HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) govern how
data is formatted and transmitted between web browsers and
servers.
 The Benefits of the
Internet
• Communication: Enables instant messaging, video
conferencing, and social media platforms for staying connected.
• Information Access: Provides a vast library of information at
our fingertips through search engines and online resources.
• Education & Learning: Offers online courses, educational
resources, and opportunities for collaboration.
• E-commerce & Business: Facilitates online shopping, business
transactions, and remote work opportunities.
• Entertainment & Social Interaction: Provides access to
streaming services, online games, and social media platforms
for entertainment and connection.
 The Challenges of the
Internet
• Digital Divide: Unequal access to the internet and technology
can create disparities.
• Cybercrime: The internet can be a breeding ground for
cybercrime, including hacking, identity theft, malware attacks,
and online scams.
• Data Privacy: The vast amount of personal data collected
online raises concerns about privacy violations and potential
misuse of data.
• Misinformation & Disinformation: The spread of false
information and propaganda online can have a negative impact
on democracy, public health, and social discourse.
 Conclusion
• We explored the evolution of the internet and its impact on
society.
• Key insights include the rise of social media, e-commerce,
and digital innovation.
• Let's embrace the opportunities presented by the internet and
work towards a connected future.