The Foundation of the World Wide Web

🌐 The World Wide Web, commonly referred to as the Web, is an integral part of the modern world. It was founded by Sir Tim Berners-Lee in 1989 while he was working at CERN. The idea was revolutionary: a system that could link documents through hypertext.

The Web has transformed how we access information, share knowledge, and connect with others globally. From its humble beginnings with static pages to today's interactive and dynamic experiences, the Web continues to evolve.

Here are some pivotal moments in the development of the World Wide Web:

• 1989: Proposal for a global hypertext system by Tim Berners-Lee.
• 1990: Development of the first web browser, WorldWideWeb.
• 1991: The first website, info.cern.ch, goes live.
• 1993: Introduction of the Mosaic browser, driving increased Web usage.
• 1994: Establishment of the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to lead Web standards development.

If you're interested in delving deeper into the history of the Web, check out the W3C's history page. For those wanting to learn more about building for the Web, our HTML learning guide is a great place to start.

Let's appreciate the profound impact of the Web on our daily lives and continue to contribute to its growth and improvement. Happy browsing! 🐸