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8 8 Introduction to Internet

Introduction to Internet

Pre-Processing

• What is Internet? • History of Internet
• Requirements for Internet Connection • Types of Internet Connections

• Terms Related to Internet • Browsing the Internet

We have learned that a computer is capable of storing
large amounts of information and retrieving it as and
when required. But a single computer cannot hold all the

information that one needs. In such a scenario, the user
may need to look for information from some other source.
Just like humans share news and information with each
other, computers can also share information. To share

information, computers need to be connected together. A group of two or more
computers connected together that enables sharing of information between them
is called a Computer Network or simply a Network.

WHAT IS INTERNET?
Internet stands for International Network. It is
the network of computers that connects millions

of computers together, spawning the entire
world. It is the global storehouse of information
which enables a user to access information and
communicate with others easily and quickly.

HISTORY OF INTERNET

The concept of computer networks was born in 1969. The Department of Defense,
USA, set up the first network of computers called ARPANET (Advanced Research
Projects Agency Network). It was developed to share information about research
and development in areas of science and technology among scientists all over the

USA. Initially, it was only used by government officials and scientists. Later on, it
was granted access to the common public and educational institutions. Over time,

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