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Internet and the World Wide Web
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There are currently 7 terms in this directory beginning with the letter I.
Internet
The internet is a vast network of networks that computers use to communicate with each other. Read more...
Internet Protocol (IP)
It is the TCP/IP layer that adds IP address to network packets, ensuring they are delivered to the correct recipient. It is responsible for addressing and routing network packets. Read more...
IP Address
IP addresses are unique numbers used to identify devices connected that are connected to the Internet. Read more...
IPv4
There are two IP address formats- IPv4 and IPv6. IPv4 (Internet Protocol version 4), the older of the two, has been in use since 1982 and is still used by most devices. Read more...
IPv6
IPv6 addresses are 128 bits divided into eight 16-bit blocks, then written in Hexadecimal with a colon (:) separating each block. Read more...
ISP
An ISP is an internet service provider. The most common type is an Acess ISP, which provides internet access. Read more...