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This document is a computer networks assignment submitted by Muhammad Tayyab to Sir Ameer Gillani of the Department of Computer Science at COMSATS University Islamabad Sahiwal Campus. It discusses the history and evolution of the Internet over 7 stages: from the origins of ARPANET in the 1960s funded by the US Department of Defense, the development of TCP/IP and email in the 1970s, expansion beyond academia and the introduction of the World Wide Web in the 1980s, the commercial boom of the 1990s with web browsers and e-commerce, continued evolution with broadband, social media, and cloud computing today, global connectivity reaching billions, and future challenges and developments around security, privacy, 5G/

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Computer Networks Tayyab

This document is a computer networks assignment submitted by Muhammad Tayyab to Sir Ameer Gillani of the Department of Computer Science at COMSATS University Islamabad Sahiwal Campus. It discusses the history and evolution of the Internet over 7 stages: from the origins of ARPANET in the 1960s funded by the US Department of Defense, the development of TCP/IP and email in the 1970s, expansion beyond academia and the introduction of the World Wide Web in the 1980s, the commercial boom of the 1990s with web browsers and e-commerce, continued evolution with broadband, social media, and cloud computing today, global connectivity reaching billions, and future challenges and developments around security, privacy, 5G/

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Computer Networks

ASSIGNMENT# 01

Submitted To:

Sir Ameer Gillani

Submitted By:

Muhammad Tayyab
SP22-BCS-168

Department of Computer Science


COMSATS University Islamabad
Sahiwal Campus
Discuss the history and evolution of Internet.
The Internet has a rich history and has evolved significantly since its inception. Here's a brief
overview:
1. ARPANET and Early Development:
 The Internet's origins can be traced back to ARPANET, a project funded by the
U.S. Department of Defense in the late 1960s .
 ARPANET aimed to create a decentralized network of computers for military
research and communication.
2. Birth of the Internet:
 The Internet as we know it today began to take shape in the 1970s when TCP/IP
(Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) was developed, providing a
common language for computers to communicate.
 Email became one of the earliest applications of this network.
3. Expansion and Commercialization:
 The 1980s saw the Internet expand beyond academia and government to
commercial entities.
 The World Wide Web (WWW) was introduced in the late 1980s by Tim Berners-
Lee, revolutionizing how information was accessed and shared .
4. 1990s Internet Boom:
 The 1990s witnessed explosive growth in the Internet, with the development of
web browsers like Netscape Navigator.
 E-commerce, search engines, and online services started to emerge.
5. Modern Internet:
 The Internet has continued to evolve with the proliferation of high-speed
broadband and mobile connectivity.
 Social media, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things (IoT) have become
integral parts of the online experience.
6. Global Connectivity:
 The Internet has achieved worldwide reach, connecting billions of people and
devices.
 It plays a vital role in communication, business, education, and entertainment.
7. Challenges and Future:
 The Internet faces challenges such as cybersecurity threats, privacy concerns,
and digital divide issues.
 Future developments may include faster connectivity through 5G and 6G
technologies, increased use of artificial intelligence, and continued growth in the
IoT.
The Internet's history and evolution have been marked by innovation, collaboration, and the
constant quest to improve connectivity and services, making it an integral part of modern
society.

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