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How Does the Internet Actually Work?
Understand how the modern internet works and how its different components are connected.
Duration
90 minutes
Certificate
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Level
Beginner
About the workshop
Learn through experience
We use the internet every day — but what actually happens when we open a website? How does our device find the right server, where is the data stored, and why can one website load within seconds while another takes much longer?
In this workshop, participants take a look behind the scenes of the modern internet. They learn about its essential building blocks, including domains and websites, servers and hosting, cloud services, data traffic, and APIs.
The workshop explains in an accessible way how these components work together and how data is transmitted between devices and servers. Basic security concepts are also introduced, along with an explanation of why websites can sometimes be slow and which technical processes are responsible for it.
Topics
What you will learn
Websites
Domains
Servers
The cloud
Data traffic
APIs
Hosting
Security
Why websites are sometimes slow
Requirements
What you should bring
- None
Target-Audience
Who's it for?
The workshop is aimed at teenagers, young adults, and parents who want to understand how the internet and the digital services they use every day actually work. It is particularly suitable for teenagers and young adults who are interested in technology, websites, apps, or digital systems. For parents, the workshop provides an accessible introduction to the technical foundations of the internet and helps them better understand the digital world their children interact with. No technical background is required. The workshop provides a practical and accessible introduction to the fundamental concepts behind the internet, helping participants develop a stronger understanding of the digital technologies they use every day.
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Interested? Book the workshop for your school, company or community and help others understand technology in a practical way.
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