The internet is significantly older than many people in the digital age realize.
In short: While the internet feels like a modern invention, its origins stretch back further than commonly assumed. This video explores the early history and creation of the network that defines our digital lives, providing context for how this technology came to be.
The internet is not a recent phenomenon but has roots that predate the experiences of many who grew up in the digital age. Understanding its creation reveals that the infrastructure we rely on today is the result of a longer developmental timeline than is often perceived.
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