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How does the internet work and what are its fundamental components?
How does the internet work and what are its fundamental components?
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The internet works through a network of interconnected computers that communicate using standard protocols. Fundamental components include data packets, which are sent through routers and switches; IP addresses, which identify devices; and domain name servers, which translate domain names into IP addresses.