The Internet is a system of interconnected computer networks that deliver content to billions of users around the globe.  It utilizes the standard Internet Protocol Suite (TCP/IP) and electronic, wireless and optical technologies to link millions of smaller networks into the larger network we collectively think of.  The content made accessible by the Internet is extremely diverse and is a reflection of society itself.  New methods of technology, content delivery, and design trends ensure that Internet news is constantly changing.

Browse the headlines below to find relevant, up-to-date Internet news for web programmers and designers, technology professionals, and the general public alike.

• Iran's internet freedom is on life support - CNET
  
  The country's president wants a state-controlled intranet to replace the internet.
  Daniel Van Boom.  CNET.  Mon, 09 Dec 2019 01:08:00 +0000.
• TikTok is the best place on the internet. We should all delete it - CNET
  
  Commentary: The app has had a run of bad press too spectacular to ignore.
  Daniel Van Boom.  CNET.  Sat, 07 Dec 2019 13:09:00 +0000.
• This Electric Eel Is Shocking Around the Christmas Tree
  
  The Tennessee Aquarium's internet-famous eel, Miguel Wattson, is powering Christmas lights in the exhibit
  Smithsonian.  Fri, 06 Dec 2019 20:05:55 +0000.
• Channel 4 apology for mistaken 'racist' Boris Johnson subtitle
  
  Channel 4's subtitles of a speech wrongly reported Mr Johnson saying 'people of colour' would still be able to come to Britain after Brexit, with the video then being shared widely on the internet.
  Daily Mail.  Fri, 06 Dec 2019 19:00:29 +0000.
• Kashmir users kicked off WhatsApp
  
  A four-month internet blackout in the region means accounts are classed as inactive and shut down.
  BBC News.  Fri, 06 Dec 2019 10:50:21 GMT.
• Quantum Trends And The Internet of Things
  
  As quantum computing capabilities advance, we should act now to prepare IoT for the quantum world. There are many areas to explore in research and development and eventually implementation. ...
  By Chuck Brooks, Contributor.  Forbes.  Fri, 6 Dec 2019 00:49:31 +0000.
• HarrisX Poll: Most Voters Say TV Their Primary News Source
  
  Beating out the Internet and social media, television is the primary news source for a majority of voters, according to the latest HarrisX survey for The Hill released Thursday.
  Newsmax.  Thu, 05 Dec 2019 20:42:18 EDT.
• Make the Most of this Holiday Season With These ETFs
  
  Given the holiday optimism and digital shopping boom, stocks in the Internet and retail space look poised for solid gains this month.
  Sweta Killa.  Zacks.  Thu, 05 Dec 2019 15:05:00 GMT.
• Baby Yoda, internet's favorite 'Mandalorian' meme, has its own toy line
  
  No longer just for memes, Baby Yoda is now available as a plush, a bobblehead and a puzzle.
  Wls.  ABC News.  Wed, 04 Dec 2019 00:42:09 +0000.
• Google Founders Sergey Brin And Larry Page Step Down From Top Roles
  
  Ending an era at the Internet's biggest search company, Google co-founders Sergey Brin and Larry Page end their leadership roles. Sundar Pichai will become CEO of Google and its parent, Alphabet.
  Avie Schneider.  NPR.  Tue, 03 Dec 2019 17:42:00 -0500.
• How China-US rivalry is dividing the internet
  
  Will the rivalry between China and the US accelerate the division of the internet into two halves?
  BBC News.  Tue, 03 Dec 2019 00:02:58 GMT.
• 'Antiquated' Cyber Monday sales promotion on track to break record
  
  Merchandise relating to Disney's 'Frozen 2' film was one of the top sellers in the US online sale, despite being designed in the days of dial up internet.
  Sydney Morning Herald.  Tue, 03 Dec 2019 07:10:34 +1100.
• Web Development New York Agency, Huemor, Explains How to Prepare Your Ecommerce Site for the 2019 Holiday Season
  
  NEW YORK, Nov. 30, 2019 -- The holiday season is the biggest money-maker for nearly every ecommerce site on the world wide web. ...
  PR Newswire.  Sat, 30 Nov 2019 10:00:00 +0000.
• Holiday Shopping: US Shoppers Flock to Internet for Deals
  
  No longer just on Cyber Monday, US shoppers increasingly shop online for discounts.
  Voice of America.  Sat, 30 Nov 2019 03:57:43 -0500.
• Cyber Monday: US Shoppers Flock to the Internet for Deals
  
  For many Americans, the holiday season means shopping and, increasingly, online shopping. On CyberMonday, the Monday after the U.S. Thanksgiving holiday, online retailers offer deep discounts in hopes of racking up huge sale volumes. ...
  Voice of America.  Sat, 30 Nov 2019 03:18:38 -0500.
• Don't wash your Thanksgiving turkey this year
  
  This advice is sure to divide the internet this week.
  Alexandria Hein.  Fox News.  Thu, 28 Nov 2019 11:15:41 GMT.
• A high-speed internet cable runs by this man's house. But he can't get connected
  
  Cory Emino was thrilled when he came home one day to see workers stringing up a high-speed internet cable in front of his house near Bridgewater. But when he called to get connected, he was told he couldn't.
  CBC News.  Sun, 24 Nov 2019 05:00:00 EST.
• Research Headlines - Power-hungry data centres to go on permanent diet
  
  EU-funded researchers are on the verge of slashing the energy used by internet data centres to help cut CO2 emissions. ...
  European Commission.  Fri, 22 Nov 2019 00:00:00 GMT.
• Iran loosens internet restrictions after protest shutdown
  
  Internet access 'gradually being restored' as cyberspace official says the country will have full access in two days.
  Al Jazeera.  Thu, 21 Nov 2019 20:56:06 GMT.
• Free mobile internet service keeps more than 200m people in developing world connected
  
  Consumers in South America and Africa first to benefit London, November 21, 2019 – A European company is beating Facebook to the punch by making free mobile internet access available to 215 million consumers in emerging markets. ...
  Realwire.  Thu, 21 Nov 2019 14:00:00 UTC.

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