This document provides a historical overview of the development of the internet and web from the 1980s to present. It describes the evolution from early internet infrastructure in the 1980s, the launch of the world wide web in the 1990s (Web 1.0), the rise of social media and user-generated content in the 2000s (Web 2.0), and proposes concepts for the next stages of developments including more personalized experiences (Web 3.0, Mobile 3.0, etc). The document traces key technological developments, companies, and trends that helped drive these changes from passive, read-only experiences to more active, user-driven and personalized interactions online and through mobile devices.