The Internet | Tucker’s Blog

The Internet: decentralized network using various technologies
Standardized protocols for reliable communication
Data transmission: unique IP addresses for routing data, information broken into packets for efficiency
Connectivity and routing: routers establish routes for data packets
Protocols: TCP ensures reliable data delivery, UDP for fast + less secure transmission
Domain and Subdomains: organize website addresses,
OSI Model and Narrow Waist: OSI Model has 7 layers; Narrow Waist focus on 4
DNS (domain name system): kinda like an internet phone book
Internet apps: search engines index web pages, cloud storage enables collaboration and stuff

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