The Origins and Importance of the Internet

What was the initial purpose of ARPANET, the precursor to the Internet?

• Military communication

• Commercial advertising

• Entertainment purposes

• Educational research

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What is one of the main purposes of the Internet as mentioned in the text?

• Entertainment

• Transportation

• Education

• Healthcare

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What are some of the key roles that the Internet has played in various industries?

• Entertainment and social media

• Transportation and agriculture

• Healthcare and education

• Manufacturing and construction

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How has the Internet impacted various industries?

• It has had no impact on any industry.

• It has only impacted the entertainment industry.

• It has revolutionized industries like education, healthcare, and entertainment.

• It has only impacted the healthcare industry.

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How did the development of ARPANET in the late 1960s contribute to the origins of the Internet?

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