The Internet is an international network of interconnected computer networks that was created in the 1960s by the U.S. Department of Defense. It allows for global communication and access to information. The document discusses how the Internet has impacted society through technological advancement and how the author, their parents, and teachers utilize the Internet for tasks like education, e-commerce, communication, and research. It concludes that the Internet has globalized the world by bringing people closer and providing a wide range of information and services quickly when used properly.