Web 1.0 vs Web 2.0
Considering the boundlessness of the internet as we know it today, it's hard to believe that the internet was once upon a time the very thing that limited us in so many ways. Lets journey back in time and see where and how it all started out.
Where it All Began...
Web 1.0 refers to the very first version of the internet, which consisted of static information that was uploaded and made available to users in a read only format. So what did this mean for internet users? The relationship we had with the internet took a very one dimensional approach where all we could do was sit back and swallow whatever the web masters put forward. As consumers we had no say and no way of challenging or influencing what we found out there. Much like the store sign reading : Sorry we're closed - permanently!
Where We Are Now...
Thankfully someone read the sign and decided to make a change! This change gave way to the next generation of internet usage. With Web 2.0, a new two dimensional portal has opened up, where users can now be more than passive receivers of information and avail an opportunity for participation and collaboration. As the saying goes, sharing is caring!
I think it's safe to say that the internet at large has gone through the motions evolution and this is only the beginning! So what's next? Where to from here? You'll just have to wait and see...
A Glimpse of where we're heading...
When it comes to the cyber world, the only thing that is constant is change!
A very informative and entertaining introducion Anastashia!
ReplyDeleteGood visuals and accompaying comments. Feel free to use audio-visual matrial as well and add the blog addresses of your peers too.
How do you plan to integrate Web 2.0 technologies into your daily life?
Shehaamah
Thanks Ms Mohamed. I'll think about that and edit my post accordingly.
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