World Wide Web Day

August 1, Friday

World Wide Web Day
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World Wide Web Day (World Wide Web Day) is an unofficial international holiday celebrated annually on August 1. It is dedicated to the technology that forever changed the way humanity accesses, transmits, and shares information — the World Wide Web (World Wide Web).

What is the World Wide Web
The World Wide Web (Web) is a system that allows users to browse and share data over the internet using web browsers. It differs from the internet itself as it is one of its service platforms, primarily visual and interactive.

History of the holiday
The date August 1 was chosen to commemorate the launch of the first publicly accessible webpage in history, created by British scientist Tim Berners-Lee in 1991. He developed the foundations of the web — HTML, HTTP, and the first web browsers, changing the course of the digital era.

Why it is celebrated
World Wide Web Day reminds us of the importance of free access to information, digital equality, and the contribution of scientists and programmers to building an open online space. This day emphasizes:

* the role of the web in education, science, and communications
* the importance of protecting personal data and digital rights
* the need for digital literacy and accessibility of technologies

How it is celebrated
Although unofficial, the holiday is celebrated in technical and educational circles:

* articles and documentaries about the history of the web are published
* lectures, seminars, and hackathons are held
* campaigns supporting an open internet are organized
* IT companies share their developments and retrospectives
* users thank developers and share memories of the first websites

Interesting facts

* The first website is still accessible: http://info.cern.ch
* HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language
* It is estimated that by 2025 more than 70% of people worldwide will have access to the web

Significance of the holiday
World Wide Web Day is not just an opportunity to remember technology. It is a chance to express gratitude for the free exchange of knowledge, support the principles of an open internet, and reflect on its future in the digital age.
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