What is the Internet, and how does it work?

The Internet is a global network of interconnected devices and computers that communicate with each other using standardized communication protocols. It allows people to share information and communicate with each other in real-time regardless of their location. The Internet is composed of various technologies and services that work together to provide users with a seamless experience.

The World Wide Web (WWW) is a service that operates on top of the Internet. It is a system of interconnected documents and other resources, linked by hyperlinks and URLs. The WWW is just one of the many services that operate on the Internet, but it is the most widely used.

The Internet works by transferring data packets between devices using standardized communication protocols, such as the Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Data is transmitted in small packets, which are then reassembled at the receiving end. Devices connected to the Internet can communicate with each other using unique IP addresses that identify them on the network.