The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that uses TCP/IP protocols to link billions of devices worldwide. It consists of private, public, academic, business, and government networks that provide a wide range of information and services, including the World Wide Web, email, and file sharing. China has the most Internet users, followed by the United States, India, Japan, and Brazil. However, the Internet can also enable computer crimes, cyberbullying, spam, and malware that harm users.