The Internet?

What is the Internet?

The Internet was first invented for only military and government uses. But now, it is found in every house across the world. The Internet is a short form for an interconnected network. It has become a vital part of our lives, helping us connect with people worldwide. The Internet is made of a large number of independently operated networks.

 

  

A server is a particular computer that is connected directly to the Internet.. Every server has a unique protocol address or an IP address. IP addresses are essential for computers to find each other.

 

A short note of the history of the Internet will help you understand when, where, and how the Internet was developed.

 History of the Internet

The Internet was developed by Bob Kahn and Vint Cerf in the 1970s.

 It was the result of another research experiment which was called ARPANET, which stands for Advanced Research Projects Agency Network. 

This was initially supposed to be a communications system for the Defense Team of the United States of America - a network that would also survive a nuclear attack.

 

 It eventually became a successful nationwide experimental packet network  which is called WWW.It is believed that on 6 August 1991, when the World Wide Web opened to the public.

 

How Does the Internet Work?

 

 Computers that we use every day are called clients because they are indirectly connected to the Internet through an internet service provider.

 

When you open a webpage on your computer, you connect to the webpage, and then you can access it.

 

 Computers break the information into smaller pieces called packets, which are reassembled in their original order. If we put the right address on a packet and send it to any computer which is connected as part of the internet so that it would get to its destination. Without confusion even with unique addresses transfer of messages by setup a router , it is called as Packet Routing Network, and hence is required to set up.

 

 

The below are the steps for how the message are transferred. This might give a basic idea of how the internet works. 

 1.     First, Computer1 sends a message by IP address to Computer2

2.     The message sent by Computer1 is broken into small pieces- packets.

3.     These small pieces- packets are transferred concerning Transfer Protocol so that the quality is maintained.

4.     Finally, these small pieces- packets reach Computer2 and are reassembled at their IP address.

 

Father of the Internet: 

Tim Berners-Lee was the man, who led the development of the World Wide Web, the defining of HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol), HTML (hypertext markup language) used to create web pages, and URLs (Universal Resource Locators). The development of WWW, HTTP, HTML and URLs took place between 1989 and 1991.

 

 

Tim Berners-Lee was born in London and he graduated in Physics from Oxford University in 1976. Currently, Tim Berners-Lee is the Director of the World Wide Web Consortium, the group that sets technical standards for the web.

  

Vinton Cerf is also named as an internet daddy other than Tim Berners-Lee. After being out for 10 years from high school, he began co-designing and co-developing the protocols and structure of what became the internet.

 History of HTML

In 1945, Vannevar Bush first introduced the basics of hypertext. In 1990, Tim Berners-Lee invented the World Wide Web, HTML (hypertext markup language), HTTP (HyperText Transfer Protocol) and URLs (Universal Resource Locators.

 

Evolution of the Internet

Although the Internet was developed much earlier, it only became popular in households in the 1990s.

Today, 440 million computers can be connected directly, making life easier for people across the globe. Sharing information and knowledge has become extremely easy for those that have access to the Internet. The country with the highest number of internet users is China, with 1.4 billion users, followed by India with 1.3 billion and the United States of America with a little over 0.3 billion users.

 

The Two Main Types of Computer Networks

There are different computer network types, depending on how large they are and how much geographical area they cover. The most common types are Local Area Network (LAN) and Wireless Local Area Network (WAN).

 

Local Area Network:

This is a group of devices such as computers, servers, switches, and printers that are located in the same building. These are near each other. The most common use of LAN is in houses or offices.

 

A common type of LAN is an Ethernet LAN, where two or more computers are connected to the Internet through switches.

 

Wireless Local Area Network:

This is a local area network that uses wireless communication instead of wired communication. In WAN, two computers use wireless communication to form a local area network. A wifi router is very common in this case. There are no cables involved in this case.

 

Advantages of Internet

The internet has become a popular name since the introduction of its easy installation and setup. The following are the advantages of the internet.

·         It is a great medium of sharing 

• It  has increased connectivity.

·         With the internet, banking has now become easier. 

·         E-commerce websites are one of the great advantages of the internet. One can buy groceries, clothes, household items, and much more with the internet.

·         The Internet is also a great source of entertainment. One can watch videos and movies, listen to music, and play games, without any hassle.

·         Social media platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter have brought the world closer.

·         The education system has also transformed. With the internet, any student across the world can attend online classes.

 

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Lawrence Kohlberg Stages of Moral Development

 

In the early 1950s, graduate student Lawrence Kohlberg became inspired by the works of a clinical psychologist named Jean Piaget.

The theory was developed by Lawrence Kohlberg, a psychologist who studied moral development in children.

This theory explains the moral development that explains how people come to moral decisions.

 

The theory has three main principles:

1.        Moral reasoning is based on a person’s understanding of ethical principles.

2.      People progress through a series of developmental stages as they learn to reason about ethical principles.

3.      Moral development is a lifelong process.

Lawrence Kohlberg’s Post-conventional Morality

Lawrence Kohlberg’s post-conventional morality is a theory of moral development that describes how people come to understand ethical principles and make moral decisions.

 The theory is based on the idea that people progress through six stages of moral development, from a pre-conventional stage in which they obey rules simply because they are told to, to a post-conventional stage in which they understand ethical principles and make moral decisions based on their own understanding of right and wrong.

According to Kohlberg, the post-conventional stage is reached when people develop a sense of conscience that is based on abstract ethical principles, rather than on obedience to authority.

 

Lawrence Kohlberg Moral Development

Kohlberg’s theory of moral development is one of the most extensively researched and widely accepted theories of moral development. The theory is based on the idea that people progress through a series of six stages of moral development, each of which is associated with a different level of reasoning. Kohlberg’s theory has been used to explain the development of moral reasoning in children, adolescents, and adults.

The six stages of moral development are:

1.        Pre-Conventional Morality

2.      Conventional Morality

3.      Post-Conventional Morality

4.     Individualism

5.      Universalism

6.      Moral Principle

The six stages of moral development are:

1. Pre-Conventional Morality
2. Conventional Morality
3. Post-Conventional Morality
4. Individualistic Morality
5. Universalistic Morality

Stage 1: Pre-Conventional Morality

The first stage of moral development is Pre-Conventional Morality, which is characterized by a focus on the self and on obeying rules in order to avoid punishment or gain rewards. This stage is typically seen in children who are younger than 10 years old.

In this stage, children learn to obey rules in order to avoid punishment or gain rewards. The morality is based on external factors, such as what is legal or illegal, or what will get them in trouble or make them happy.

Stage 2: Conventional Morality

The second stage of moral development is Conventional Morality, which is characterized by a focus on the norms and expectations of the social group. This stage is typically seen in children who are 10 to 13 years old.

In this stage, children learn to conform to the expectations of others in order to be accepted and respected. The morality is based on societal norms and expectations.

Stage 3: Post-Conventional Morality

The third stage of moral development is Post-Conventional Morality, which is characterized by a focus on individual principles and values. This stage is typically seen in adolescents and adults.

In this stage, children learn to think for themselves and make their own decisions, based on their own values and principles. The morality is based on individual principles and ethics.

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Graphic Designers Qualities

 Graphic designers need key qualities that will distinguish a great graphic designer.

Creativity

A great graphic designer must be imaginative and they must be able to apply that imagination into their work. Creative people don’t just follow the crowd and the latest trends, they find inspiration in everyday objects and even themselves.

Consistency

In graphic design, the word consistency often crops up, whether you are working with clients on a website design, creating posters or even flyers, it’s essential to keep your designs consistent following a brand’s identity. 

Using a brand’s colour scheme, styles and fonts should be considered during all aspects of creation. A great designer will be able to incorporate a brand’s identity into all new inspiring design ideas.

Problem solving

To become a great graphic designer, he must  know how to problem solve. A designer has to make things work, not only to create something brilliant but to know how their designs can work, whether that’s in a website’s development stage or knowing how to work with a client’s challenging expectations. 

A great graphic designer will not shy away from a challenge and will most likely discover new ideas and ask questions that most of us will overlook.

Always learning

Designing is a lifelong process. A great designer can often be described as humble and always embracing new ideas from others. As the graphic design industry evolves a great designer will be the one to keep up with latest trends.

Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, CorelDraw, Adobe Illustrator, Inkscape

Able to take criticism

 A great designer will take criticism positively, accept it is bound to happen then learn what works well and what doesn’t work. 

Not everyone will like everything you design, this isn’t because your design is bad, but because the client may have had a different vision in mind, criticism is something that shouldn’t be taken personally, it’s only another person’s opinion.

Patience

Designing great work can be time consuming, the best ideas often don’t come quickly and it can take numerous attempts for an idea to develop. A great designer has the patience to continue working on an idea that corresponds with the the clients needs. 

If the client keeps changing their mind, or coming up with different ideas after you have spent a long time making those ideas come to life, a great designer will be patient and give the client what they want (within a set timescale) because you know the end result will be worth it.

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Erikson's eight stages of psychosocial development

Erikson explained eight stages of psychosocial development, from infancy to adulthood.  During each stage, the person experiences a psychosocial crisis which could have a positive or negative outcome for personality development. That means psychological needs of the individual conflicting with the needs of society .

Erikson's eight stages are:

·         Stage 1: Trust versus mistrust (birth to 1 year)

·         Stage 2: Autonomy versus shame and doubt (1 to 2 years)

·         Stage 3: Initiative versus guilt (3 to 5 years)

·         Stage 4: Industry versus inferiority (6 to 11 years)

·         Stage 5: Identity versus role confusion (12 to 18 years)

·         Stage 6: Intimacy versus isolation (19 to 40 years)

·         Stage 7: Generativity versus stagnation (41 to 64 years)

·         Stage 8: Integrity versus despair (65 years to death)

 

1. Trust vs. Mistrust

Trust vs. mistrust is the first stage in Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. This stage begins at birth continues to approximately 18 months of age. During this stage, the infant is uncertain about the world in which they live, and looks towards their primary caregiver for stability and consistency of care.

If the care the infant receives is consistent, predictable and reliable, they will develop a sense of trust which will carry with them to other relationships, and they will be able to feel secure even when threatened.

If the care has been inconsistent, unpredictable and unreliable, then the infant may develop a sense of mistrust, suspicion, and anxiety. In this situation the infant will not have confidence in the world around them or in their abilities to influence events.

 

 

2. Autonomy vs. Shame and Doubt

Autonomy versus shame and doubt is the second stage of Erik Erikson's stages of psychosocial development. This stage occurs between the ages of 18 months to approximately 3 years. According to Erikson, children at this stage are focused on developing a sense of personal control over physical skills and a sense of independence. 

 

If children in this stage are encouraged and supported in their increased independence, they become more confident and secure in their own ability to survive in the world.

If children are criticized, overly controlled, or not given the opportunity to assert themselves, they begin to feel inadequate in their ability to survive, and may then become overly dependent upon others, lack self-esteem, and feel a sense of shame or doubt in their abilities.

3. Initiative vs. Guilt(3 to 5 years)

Initiative versus guilt is the third stage of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. During the initiative versus guilt stage, children assert themselves more frequently through directing play and other social interaction.

During this period the primary feature involves the child regularly interacting with other children at school. Central to this stage is play, as it provides children with the opportunity to explore their interpersonal skills through initiating activities. The children develop a sense of initiative and feel secure in their ability to lead others and make decisions.

 

4. Industry vs. Inferiority(6 to 11 years)

Erikson's fourth psychosocial crisis, involving industry (competence) vs. Inferiority occurs during childhood between the ages of five and twelve.

Children are at the stage where they will be learning to read and write, to do sums, to do things on their own. It is at this stage that the child’s peer group will gain greater significance and will become a major source of the child’s self-esteem. Some failure may be necessary so that the child can develop some modesty. Again, a balance between competence and modesty is necessary. Success in this stage will lead to the virtue of competence.

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5. Identity vs. Role Confusion (12 to 18 years)

During this stage, adolescents search for a sense of self and personal identity, through an intense exploration of personal values, beliefs, and goals. During adolescence, the transition from childhood to adulthood is most important. Children are becoming more independent, and begin to look at the future in terms of career, relationships, families, housing, etc. The individual wants to belong to a society and fit in.This is a major stage of development where the child has to learn the roles he will occupy as an adult.

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Erikson claims that the adolescent may feel uncomfortable about their body for a while until they can adapt and “grow into” the changes. Success in this stage will lead to the virtue of reliability. Fidelity involves being able to commit one's self to others on the basis of accepting others, even when there may be ideological differences.

6. Intimacy vs. Isolation(19 to 40 years)

Intimacy versus isolation is the sixth stage of Erik Erikson's theory of psychosocial development. This stage takes place during young adulthood between the ages of approximately 18 to 40 yrs. During this stage, the major conflict centers on forming intimate, loving relationships with other people.

During this stage, we begin to share ourselves more intimately with others. Successful completion of this stage can result in happy relationships and a sense of commitment, safety, and care within a relationship. Avoiding intimacy, fearing commitment and relationships can lead to isolation, loneliness, and sometimes depression. Success in this stage will lead to the virtue of love.

7. Generativity vs. Stagnation

 This stage takes place during during middle adulthood (ages 40 to 65 yrs).

Psychologically, generativity refers to "making your mark" on the world through creating or nurturing things that will outlast an individual. During middle age individuals experience a need to create or nurture things that will outlast them, often having mentees or creating positive changes that will benefit other people.

At this stage of life, individuals are pulled in all directions with work, family obligations, and children. Depending on their individual situation, they may be taking care of ailing or elderly parents, still raising children, or facing an empty nest. These are moments of great change and transformation. This stage of life can open doors to individuals’ sense of belonging and contribution to the next generation.”. 

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8. Ego Integrity vs. Despair(65 years to death)

Ego integrity versus despair is the final stage of Erik Erikson’s stage theory of psychosocial development. This stage begins at approximately age 65 and ends at death. Individuals who reflect on their life and regret not achieving their goals will experience feelings of bitterness and despair.

 

As we grow older (65+ yrs) and become seniour citizens, we tend to slow down our productivity and explore life as a retired person.

Wise people are not characterized by a continuous state of ego integrity, but they experience both ego integrity and despair. Thus, late life is characterized by both integrity and despair as alternating states that need to be balanced.

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