The World Wide Web Foundation, founded by the inventor of the World Wide Web, is ending its life after 15 years of working to improve the security and accessibility of the Internet, making way for new organizations and projects.
Closing of WWWF
History and achievements of the foundation
Recently, the World Wide Web Foundation (WWWF) announced that it was ceasing its activities in a public . For 15 years, this non-profit organization has strived to make the global network more secure and accessible to everyone.
WWWF was created in 2009 by Tim Berners-Lee, who is considered the creator of the World Wide Web. The activities of the foundation largely influenced the formation of the modern Internet.
Impact and Achievements of WWWF
Over the years, the Web Foundation has become a benchmark for web security and efficiency. The organization has conducted innovative research, influenced global policy, and developed cutting-edge tools for industry. This work has helped advance the cause of a safe and open Internet, helping improve the online experience for hundreds of millions of users.
Progress in Internet Access
When the foundation began, only a fifth of the world's population had access to the Internet. Today this figure has reached 70% and continues to grow. However, as accessibility increases, so do the risks associated with cyber fraud, malware and hacker attacks.
New challenges and the future of the Internet
In his message, Berners-Lee notes that although the modern Internet continues to face new problems, over the past decade many organizations have emerged that defend the principles of the network and the rights of users in the online space.
Tim Berners-Lee is leaving WWWF to focus on the Solid Protocol project, which aims to create a more open and decentralized network.
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- World Wide Web Foundation (WWWF) is a non-profit organization founded by Tim Berners -Lee to improve the Internet
- Tim Berners-Lee - British scientist, inventor of the World Wide Web
- Solid Protocol - project to create decentralized network, developed by Tim Berners-Lee
- World Wide Web - a global system of linked hypertext documents
- Web Foundation - abbreviated name World Wide Web Foundation
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Isabella
Wow, I can't believe WWWF is closing! 😮 Their work was so important to the development of the Internet. I wonder how this will affect the future of the web?
Hans
Yes, Isabella, it really is the end of an era. But I think Tim Berners-Lee is right - there are now many other organizations that will continue their work. And his new project Solid Protocol sounds promising! 🚀
Amelie
I agree with Hans! While it is sad to see WWWF go, their legacy lives on. I am particularly impressed by how they have helped increase internet access from 20% to 70% of the population. This is huge progress! 👏
Carlos
Exactly, Amelie! But as access grows, so do the threats. I hope Solid Protocol can solve the security and privacy issues. Does anyone know details about this project?
Giovanni
Oh, these newfangled things again! 🙄 Why do we need another protocol? The Internet works fine anyway. All these changes only make life more difficult for ordinary users.
Anna
Giovanni, I understand your skepticism, but technology does not stand still. Solid Protocol aims to create a more decentralized network, which can give us more control over our data. This is an important step forward! 💪
Pierre
Anna is right! I read about Solid - it's an attempt to give users back control of their data. Sounds like a solution to many of the problems of the modern Internet. Although Giovanni is also right - we need to make it convenient for ordinary people.
Isabella
Interesting discussion! 🤔 I think the balance between innovation and user experience is the key to success. Hopefully Berners-Lee and his team can implement this in Solid Protocol. We will follow the development!