Long live the web Flashcards
World Wide Web (WWW)
Invented by Tim Berners-Lee, it is an open, universal platform for sharing and accessing information.
Universality
A core principle ensuring the Web works for all people, devices, and data types, fostering inclusivity and innovation.
Decentralization
The Web’s architecture allows content creation and linking without central authority, enabling widespread innovation.
Open Standards
Free, royalty-free technical standards (e.g., HTML, HTTP, URI) that promote creativity, compatibility, and growth.
Net Neutrality
The principle that ISPs must treat all Internet traffic equally, ensuring fair access and avoiding discrimination.
Walled Gardens
Proprietary systems or closed platforms like certain social networks that isolate data, restricting its portability and utility.
Linked data
A method of connecting data across the Web to enhance searchability and knowledge extraction.
Threats to Web Freedom
○ Monopolies: Dominance by a single entity limits competition and innovation.
○ Snooping: Privacy concerns arising from ISPs or governments monitoring user activities.
○ Censorship: Governments or organizations restricting access or content.
○ Fragmentation: Isolation caused by incompatible platforms or proprietary systems.
HTML5
The latest version of HTML, enhancing Web application capabilities.
Separation of Layers
The distinction between the Web (application layer) and the Internet (infrastructure layer), allowing independent innovation.
Web Science
A multidisciplinary field studying the Web’s societal, technical, and environmental impact.
Open Data
Publishing and linking datasets online to enable transparency and innovation in various fields like healthcare and governance.
Social Machines
Collaborative systems where people and technology interact to achieve shared goals, such as online reviews influencing decision-making.
Digital Rights
The need for legal protections to ensure free speech, privacy, and fair access online.
