The Secret History of the Internet: From ARPANET to Global Connectivity
 The Secret History of the Internet: From ARPANET to Global Connectivity The internet, a cornerstone of modern life, has a history that spans decades of innovation, collaboration, and groundbreaking discoveries. While its current form connects billions worldwide, its origins trace back to military research and academic experiments. This article uncovers the untold history of the internet, exploring its humble beginnings, key milestones, and the technologies that shaped its evolution. The Birth of ARPANET: The Internet’s Foundation 1. The Cold War Catalyst In 1958, the United States established the Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA) in response to the Soviet Union's launch of Sputnik. ARPA aimed to fund cutting-edge research to maintain technological superiority. By the 1960s, ARPA began exploring computer networking to enable resource sharing and ensure communication resilience in case of a nuclear attack. Long-tail keyword : "Cold War origins of ARPANET computer networ...