Most website domain names have the "www" logo, which is the abbreviation of World Wide Web. Ten years ago, British scientist Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web, which introduced an intuitive graphical interface to the Internet, replacing abstract and difficult-to-understand command formats, so that "surfing the Internet" is no longer a "privilege" for professionals. , the Internet has become rapidly popularized, and hundreds of millions of people can easily use vast network resources. More importantly, Berners-Lee did not apply for a patent for his invention or restrict its use, but disclosed the results of his invention free of charge, allowing the network to develop at an unprecedented speed. In recognition of Berners-Lee's contributions, the British royal family recently knighted him.
Berners-Lee developed the earliest browser in 1990. At that time, the only tool for World Wide Web applications was the browser. Nowadays, various network tools have already flourished. The Internet has transformed from the original concept of "electronic encyclopedia connecting the world" to a new entertainment tool focusing on music, videos and easy communication between family and friends. Using other than browsers More and more people are accessing the Internet through tools.
Of course, the main reason for the rapid development of the Internet is the continuous improvement of bandwidth. With broadband connections, the development of entertainment tools such as music and video has become an inevitable trend in the development of the Internet. Berners-Lee did not ignore this trend and was actively conducting new research. For example, further improving the speed of the existing Web; developing a new generation of search engines to make them more intelligent and able to understand users' vague requirements... In addition, Berners-Lee is also working on the development of voice browsers, whose purpose It is to allow visually impaired people to easily access the Internet.
The World Wide Web has evolved far beyond the original intentions of its inventors. Berners-Lee, the 48-year-old IT hero, has always lived a low-key life. He has repeatedly explained that he did not invent the Internet, but just discovered a more convenient way to use existing resources. Faced with the knighthood, he said: "Although I think this is a bit strange, I still feel very honored. Happily, honors also favor ordinary people who happen to solve a certain problem, such as the Internet problem."< /p>