L09: The Web and The Internet

HTML and Java Script Assignment Instructions:

The w3schools website lets you edit and try out coding in your browser. Complete the following exercise to work with JavaScript.

Discussion - Data Organization:

Instructions:

Defining the Internet and the Web: Differentiate between the terms "Internet" and "World Wide Web." What is the Internet, and what role does it play in enabling global connectivity? How does the Web relate to the Internet, and what additional layer does it bring to the digital experience?

My work:

The Internet is a vast network connecting computers globally, allowing data exchange and communication. It's the infrastructure enabling emails, file sharing, and online interactions. The World Wide Web, or the Web, is a layer on top of the Internet, comprising websites and hyperlinks accessible via browsers, making the Internet visually navigable and user-friendly.

  • Historical Context: The Internet's origins trace back to the 1960s with the ARPANET project by the U.S. Department of Defense, evolving into a global communication network. The Web was created in 1989 by Tim Berners-Lee to simplify information sharing over the Internet, quickly becoming the primary means of accessing digital content. Both have transformed significantly, becoming integral to daily life.

  • Underlying Technologies: Underlying the Internet are protocols like TCP/IP, which ensure reliable data transmission. The Web operates on HTTP, facilitating web page transfers, with servers hosting these pages and browsers fetching them. Hyperlinks connect these pages, creating an interconnected information network.