August 1 marks World Wide Web Day, celebrating the revolutionary impact of the World Wide Web. Since its public debut, the web has transformed communication, commerce, and access to information.
Join us as we explore 10 intriguing facts about World Wide Web Day, that showcase the web’s incredible evolution and influence.
1. First Website: Launched on August 6, 1991, by Tim Berners-Lee, the first website, info.cern.ch, is still accessible today.
2. First Domain Name: symbolics.com was registered on March 15, 1985, by Symbolics Inc.
3. First Image: The first web image, uploaded in 1992, features the band “Les Horribles Cernettes.”
4. Web Growth: From 23,500 websites in 1993 to over 1.8 billion today.
5. First Meme: The “Dancing Baby” (1996) is one of the first viral memes.
6. First E-Commerce: The first online purchase in 1994 was a CD sold by Dan Kohn.
7. Google’s Original Logo: Google’s 1998 logo was quite basic compared to today’s design.
8. First Search Engine: Archie, created in 1990, was the web’s first search engine.
9. Longest Domain Name: llanfairpwllgwyngyllgogerychwyrndrobwllllantysiliogogogoch.co.uk holds the record.
10. Most Visited Website: Google.com remains the most visited site globally.
World Wide Web Day is a chance to reflect on the web’s transformative impact. Let’s Celebrate with us by exploring these amazing facts about the web’s journey!
How has the World Wide Web revolutionized your daily life? Share your thoughts and experiences in the comments below or on social media with #WorldWideWebDay!
