Bapuji Educational Association ®
Bapuji Institute of Engineering and Technology
Davangere-577004
COURSE: COMPUTER COMMUNICATION NETWORKS
COURSE CODE: 21EC53
REPORT
ON
WWW (WORLD WIDE WEB)
Submitted By
SHASHANK M JADHAV 4BD21EC093
VIKAS H H 4BD21EC113
Dr. G. S. SUNITHA Dr. G.S. SUNITHA
COURSE INSTRUCTOR PROGRAM COORDINATOR
DEPARTMENT OF ELECTRONICS & COMMUNICATION ENGINEERING
2023-2024
Computer Communication Network [21EC53]
THE WORLD WIDE WEB (WWW): A TRANSFORMATIVE
TECHNOLOGICAL FRONTIER
Introduction:
The World Wide Web (WWW) stands as one of the
most revolutionary inventions of the 20th century,
forever altering the way humanity interacts,
communicates, and shares information. Since its
inception, the WWW has evolved from a basic system
of interconnected documents to a vast network of data,
services, and applications that permeate nearly every
aspect of modern life. This report delves into the history, structure, and significance of the
World Wide Web, exploring its profound impact on society and its potential future
developments.
History of the World Wide Web:
The concept of the WWW was conceived by Sir Tim Berners-Lee, a British computer
scientist, in the late 1980s. Berners-Lee proposed a system that would allow researchers to
share information across different computer platforms. In 1991, he introduced the first web
browser and web server, laying the foundation for the modern WWW. Since then, the WWW
has experienced exponential growth, with billions of websites and trillions of web pages now
accessible to users worldwide.
Fig 1: Tim Berners-lee
In March 1989, Tim Berners-Lee took the initiative towards the invention of WWW and
wrote the first proposal for the World Wide Web. Later, he wrote another proposal in May
1
Computer Communication Network [21EC53]
1990. After a few months, in November 1990, along with Robert Cailliau, it was formalized
as a management proposal. This proposal had outlined the key concepts and defined
terminology related to the Web. In this document, there was a description of "hypertext
project" called World Wide Web in which a web of hypertext documents could be viewed by
browsers. His proposal included the three main technologies (HTML, URL, and HTTP).
Fig 2: The First Proposal by Tim Berners-Lee
Structure of the World Wide Web:
At its core, the WWW is built on a distributed network of servers and clients connected
via the Internet. Websites are hosted on servers, which store and deliver web pages to users
upon request. Web browsers, such as Google Chrome and Mozilla Firefox, act as clients,
2
Computer Communication Network [21EC53]
allowing users to navigate the WWW by accessing hyperlinks and entering URLs. The
Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) facilitates communication between web servers and
clients, enabling the transfer of data across the network.
The First Website :
https://info.cern.ch/hypertext/WWW/TheProject.html
Fig 4: The first Website
How the World Wide Web Works?
The Web works as per the internet's basic client-server
format as shown in the following image. The servers
store and transfer web pages or information to user's
computers on the network when requested by the users.
A web server is a software program which serves the
web pages requested by web users using a browser.
The computer of a user who requests documents
from a server is known as a client. Browser, which Fig 4: working of WWW
is installed on the user' computer, allows users to
view the retrieved documents.
3
Computer Communication Network [21EC53]
Here’s a breakdown of the key elements:
• Your Phone (Client): This is where you compose your message to client and hit
send.
• Sending the Request (HTTP Request): The message you typed is converted into a
format a computer can understand (often called an HTTP request) and sent over the
internet to a server.
• The Server: This is a powerful computer that stores information and carries out
instructions. In this case, the server is designed for the messaging app you’re using.
• Finding client (Database): The server looks up client’s information in a database to
find the right place to deliver your message.
• Sending the Response (HTML Response): The server then sends your message to
client’s phone (or whatever device he is using).
• client’s Phone (Client): Tushar’s phone receives the message and shows it on his
screen
Significance of the World Wide Web:
The WWW has had a profound impact on virtually every aspect of society,
revolutionizing communication, commerce, education, and entertainment. It has
democratized access to information, empowering individuals to learn, collaborate, and
express themselves on a global scale. E-commerce platforms like Amazon and eBay have
transformed the way goods and services are bought and sold, while social media networks
such as Facebook and Twitter have redefined how people connect and interact online.
Challenges and Future Developments:
Despite its many benefits, the WWW also faces challenges such as cybercrime,
misinformation, and digital inequality. As the WWW continues to evolve, efforts to address
these issues will be essential to ensuring its continued growth and accessibility. Future
developments in areas such as artificial intelligence, virtual reality, and blockchain
technology are poised to further reshape the WWW, offering new opportunities and
challenges for users and developers alike.
4
Computer Communication Network [21EC53]
Conclusion:
The World Wide Web has emerged as a transformative technological frontier,
fundamentally altering the way humanity accesses and shares information. From its humble
beginnings as a research project to its current status as a global network of unprecedented
scale, the WWW has revolutionized society in ways that were once unimaginable. As we
look to the future, it is essential to recognize the importance of addressing the challenges
facing the WWW while embracing the opportunities presented by ongoing technological
advancements. Only by doing so can we fully harness the potential of this remarkable
invention for the betterment of all.
