World Wide Web

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World Wide Web

The World Wide Web (often abbreviated WWW or called the Web) is an information system where documents and other web resources are identified by Uniform Resource Locators (URLs), which may be interlinked by hypertext, and are accessible over the Internet. The resources of the WWW may be accessed by users via a software application known as a web browser.

History[edit | edit source]

English scientist Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web in 1989. He wrote the first web browser in 1990 while employed at CERN in Switzerland. The browser was released outside CERN to other research institutions starting in January 1991, and then to the general public in August 1991.

Functionality[edit | edit source]

The World Wide Web functions as a space in which information is stored in a format that uses the HTTP protocol for transmission. This information comes in the form of web pages that can contain a variety of elements including text, images, and interactive features. Users can access content via devices such as computers, laptops, and mobile devices that are connected to the internet.

Impact[edit | edit source]

The World Wide Web has had a profound impact on all aspects of society. It has revolutionized communication, education, business, and entertainment, among other fields. It has also played a significant role in the spread of information and has been instrumental in the democratization of knowledge.

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