How Email Became a Primary Communication Method

The video tutorial explores the evolution of email, a pivotal communication tool that emerged alongside the Internet. It begins with an introduction to email, comparing it to traditional mail and highlighting its significance in bridging communication gaps. The origins of email are traced back to the ARPANET, with Ray Tomlinson's innovative work in the 1970s leading to the creation of the first email system. Tomlinson's introduction of the 'at' symbol for user identification was a key development. The tutorial also covers the widespread adoption of email, the introduction of SMTP in the 1980s, and the role of email in today's wireless communication landscape.

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