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Which fundamental technologies did Tim Berners-Lee develop that underpin the World Wide Web?
Which fundamental technologies did Tim Berners-Lee develop that underpin the World Wide Web?
In what year was the World Wide Web initially made available to the public?
In what year was the World Wide Web initially made available to the public?
What crucial decision regarding intellectual property rights contributed significantly to the web's rapid expansion?
What crucial decision regarding intellectual property rights contributed significantly to the web's rapid expansion?
Which organization is primarily responsible for the ongoing development of open web standards?
Which organization is primarily responsible for the ongoing development of open web standards?
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What was Tim Berners-Lee's primary motivation for inventing the World Wide Web?
What was Tim Berners-Lee's primary motivation for inventing the World Wide Web?
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HTTP is best described as a language that primarily facilitates which function on the web?
HTTP is best described as a language that primarily facilitates which function on the web?
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World Wide Web
World Wide Web
The system of interlinked hypertext documents accessed via the internet.
Tim Berners-Lee
Tim Berners-Lee
The inventor of the World Wide Web, created in 1989.
HTML
HTML
Hypertext Markup Language; the standard for coding webpages.
HTTP
HTTP
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W3C
W3C
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Public domain
Public domain
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Study Notes
Tim Berners-Lee and the World Wide Web
- The World Wide Web was initially designed to connect people, not just machines
- Berners-Lee created two fundamental standards: HTML (hypertext markup language) and HTTP (hypertext transfer protocol)
- HTML provides a standard way for computers to display webpages
- HTTP enables communication between web browsers and web servers
- Initially, Berners-Lee wanted the web to be free and accessible to everyone, avoiding patents
- This approach led to wide adoption of the web by universities, businesses, and individuals in the mid-1990s
- The World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) continues to develop standards for the web
- Berners-Lee advocated for a democratic, fair, and globally beneficial web
Open Access
- Berners-Lee's initial vision was for open access to the web
- This was in contrast with the common practice of patenting
- Instead of patenting, CERN put the web into the public domain
- Webpage creation was greatly simplified using HTML and HTTP protocols allowing easier interaction
Development of the Web
- The World Wide Web's development was driven by its ease of use
- Early adopters, including universities, businesses and scientists contributed
- Initially, the web was a relatively simple platform
- This enabled easy interaction and communication via email and conducting business electronically
- The web's development has advanced significantly, benefiting everyone across the globe
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This quiz explores the impact of Tim Berners-Lee on the development of the World Wide Web. It focuses on the creation of HTML and HTTP, the principles of open access, and the aim of making the web accessible to everyone. Discover how these innovations have shaped the digital landscape we know today.
