The internet is based on a protocal developed many moons ago called IP (Internet Protocal). I don't think there is any "infrastructure programing" that goes on other than that which is done in private corporations that develop networking equipment (Like CISCO)
Something is either IP protocal or not...Which means that it can go over the internet or not...
I've heard that they are working on new expanded protocals...But who is paying that research is beynd me.
The infrastructure is mostly owned and maintained by the Telephone companies...But not entirely... There are private and public networks...Some are carried via land-line, some go over satelites and radio frequencies...
The only thing that unites them all is the IP.
At least that is my basis understand...
Geek Speak » in reply to A question about the sustainability of the Internet
programming cost?
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- A question about the sustainability of the Internet
- programming cost?
- getting into the metaphysical
- Is it virtual or is it Memorex?
- P.S. I am a figment of your imagination.
- re: Is it virtual or is it Memorex?
- Is it virtual or is it Memorex?
- getting into the metaphysical
- Who knows?
- I suppose it started with local networks
- programming cost?