Monday, 31 August 2026

EMERGENCE OF WEB 2.0 & BEYOND

The development of the Internet took place in different stages. The early Internet is commonly called Web 1.0, while the more interactive Internet is called Web 2.0.

Web 1.0: Web 1.0 was mainly a read-only web. Users generally visited websites and read the information provided by website owners.

The communication was mainly: Website → User

There was very little opportunity for users to contribute content.

Web 2.0: Web 2.0 refers to the development of an interactive and participatory Internet.

Users could now Create content, Upload photographs, Make videos, Write blogs, Comment, Like, Share, Participate in online communities. The communication changed to: User ↔ Website ↔ Other Users

Examples of Web 2.0 – Facebook, YouTube, Wikipedia, Blogs, Instagram, X, Online discussion forums

For example, on YouTube, users do not simply watch videos. They can also create, upload, comment on and share videos.

Web 3.0 and Beyond: The Internet continues to develop. Web 3.0 is commonly associated with a more intelligent, connected and personalised web.

Modern developments include Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Internet of Things, Virtual Reality, Augmented Reality, Blockchain, Voice assistants, Personalised recommendations

For example, digital platforms use algorithms to recommend videos, music or articles according to a user's interests.

Importance of Web 2.0: Web 2.0 changed the audience from a passive receiver to an active participant.

Earlier: Read → Receive

Today: Read → Create → Comment → Share → Participate

 

Web 2.0 made the Internet interactive, social and participatory. Its development has led to today's world of social media, mobile applications, AI-based platforms and other emerging digital technologies.

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