Mapa mental do TCP/IP. Photo Credit: Wikimedia Commons @Daniel Lopes
The fourth defining moment in the birth of the Internet was the development of TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol) in the late 1970s. This set of communication protocols allowed diverse computer networks to communicate with each other, forming a network of networks—the Internet. This section will delve into the creation of TCP/IP, its role in expanding the Internet, and its enduring influence on network communication.
TCP/IP was the brainchild of Robert Kahn and Vinton Cerf, the same duo who contributed significantly to the development of ARPANET. Their innovative work on TCP/IP marked a major milestone in the history of the Internet, enabling its unprecedented growth and global reach.
