How does the internet work?

The internet is like a vast global network of interconnected computers. And is not including satellites. 

When you send or receive information online, it follows these steps:

Data Packaging: Information, like a message or a picture, is broken into small packets for easier transmission.

Routing: These packets travel through various pathways, like highways, called routers. Routers guide the packets along the fastest route to their destination.

Protocols: Computers speak different languages, so protocols act as translators. They ensure that data is correctly understood by all devices.

Servers and Data Centers: Websites and services are stored on servers in data centers. When you visit a site, your device contacts the server to fetch the information you want.

Reassembly: At the destination, the packets are reassembled into the original information, such as a web page or a video.

Two-Way Communication: The process works both ways. When you click a link, your request follows the same steps to fetch the new information.

In short, the internet is a network that uses protocols, routers, and data centers to send, translate, and deliver information between devices worldwide. It's a remarkable digital web that connects us all. And remember, the web is not the net (Wondersolve).