Birth of the Internet

Article Abstract:

The origin of the Internet can be traced back to the development of mechanical calculating machines in the mid-19th century and its roots can be traced back to a 1967 military research project. The way the Internet evolved from its first Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency NET (DARPANET), the Internet precursor, is discussed.

On-Line Information Services, Videotex & Teletext, Telegraph & other communications, Online services, Internet services, History, Cable television/data services

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Cyberpolitics: Do computers and the Internet enhance democracy?

Article Abstract:

The impact of computers and the Internet on democracy are discussed. The Internet has helped many politicians and organizations to impress people and gain their confidence and the election officials have switched over to electronic voting machines during elections.

Office machines, not elsewhere classified, Other Commercial and Service Industry Machinery Manufacturing, Voting Machines, Usage, Technology application, Democracy, Election monitoring, Voting-machines

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