The Internet and the knowledge society

Abstract

The Internet is the marvel of the end of the twentieth century, and the engine of the new civilization revolution known as "connect, don't commute." With the advent of the Internet, education came to us, markets shifted, and we were able to book our seats on airplanes remotely. We could also receive medical treatment and healthcare remotely. Soon, we will discuss dealing with government agencies remotely for administrative matters, such as passport issuance/renewal from a distance. This marvel emerged from the convergence of two twentieth-century technologies: computing technology and telecommunications. It can be classified among the great achievements of civilization (the eighth wonder).