NEW DELHI, India – August 1 is a day to celebrate a monumental invention that has fundamentally changed the way we live, work, and communicate. World Wide Web Day marks the anniversary of the World Wide Web, which has connected billions of people across the globe, creating a single, vast network of information and interaction. It is a day to reflect on the digital revolution and its profound impact on society.

Here’s a look at the important milestone we celebrate on this day:

A Digital Revolution

The World Wide Web was first created by British scientist Sir Tim Berners-Lee in 1989 while he was working at CERN. His vision was to create a system that would allow researchers to easily share information. On August 6, 1991, he posted a short summary of the project, inviting the world to join. Today, the web is a vital part of our daily lives, from instant communication and online education to global commerce and entertainment. World Wide Web Day honors this incredible invention and the open, collaborative spirit that has driven its growth, making the world a smaller and more connected place.