What is internet and its applications

What is internet?

Internet stands of “international networks”. It is a network of millions of computers connected to each other worldwide, that provides information on almost every subject and facilitates data transmission and exchange of data resources. It make possible for millions of users to connect one another via telephone lines, cable lines and satellites. 

In India internet services started on 15 Aug 1995 through VSNL (Videsh Sanchar Nigam Limited) Private internet service provider are – Airtel, Reliance, Sify, Tata etc.

USES OF INTERNET

• Education
• Email
• Business
• E-commerce
• Media and Entertainment
• Social networking
• Health and fitness
• Forum