Web
"Web" typically refers to the World Wide Web, which is a system of interlinked hypertext documents and multimedia content that is accessed via the internet using web browsers. The World Wide Web is a part of the internet and is often used interchangeably with the term "web."
Web1
"Web1" is a term sometimes used to refer to the early days of the World Wide Web, particularly the period before the emergence of more advanced web technologies and interactive features. The development of the web is often categorized into different phases, with "Web1" representing the early static web.
Key characteristics of Web1 include:
- Static Content: Web1 was characterized by static web pages that were primarily made up of text and simple graphics. These pages were relatively basic and lacked the dynamic and interactive features we commonly see today.
- Limited Interactivity: Interaction with websites was minimal, and most web pages were read-only. Users could view information on a webpage but had limited ability to actively participate or contribute content.
- HTML and Basic Scripting: HTML (Hypertext Markup Language) was the primary language for creating web pages. While basic scripting languages like JavaScript existed, they were not as widely used for creating dynamic and interactive content as they are today.
- Slow Internet Connections: Internet connections during the Web1 era were often slower compared to today's high-speed broadband connections. This influenced the design of websites, which had to consider the limitations of slower data transfer rates.
- Emergence of the Web: This period encompasses the early growth of the World Wide Web, from its inception in the early 1990s to the late 1990s. The emphasis was on making information accessible globally through the internet.