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Era | Dates | Description |
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Web1 | 1989–2004 | ”Read-only” web: Static, informational websites with minimal interactivity. Users could only consume content, not contribute or interact. Example sites: Yahoo!, Netscape, early WebMD. |
Web2 | 2004–Present | ”Read-write” web: Interactive and social web. Users can create, share, and interact through platforms like Facebook, YouTube, and Twitter. Centralized control by major tech companies. |
Web3 | 2021–Emerging | ”Read-write-own” web: Decentralized, user-owned internet powered by blockchain, cryptocurrencies, and smart contracts. Focuses on privacy, transparency, and peer-to-peer interactions. Still in early development. |