I believe a good place to begin this article is to define Web 1.0. The very first version of the internet is referred to as Web 1.0, it mostly consists of static HTML Web pages that are read-only. Web 1.0 users were simply consumers who went to the internet to consume information, it began as a way for businesses to share information with the general public; you can say that Web 1.0 webpages are similar to brochures or catalogues. I believe we should reward the Web 1.0 generation for their patience.
Hi, Web 2.0
The second generation of the World Wide Web is known as Web 2.0, it emphasizes people's ability to collaborate and share information over the internet. The transition from static HTML Web pages to a more dynamic Web that is better organized and focused on providing users with Web applications.
In Web 2.0, we don't just go to the internet to consume information, but they now collect information from us so that they can serve us better content and have us spend more time on their platform, which means more money for the platform's owners because they sell our data to advertising companies; however, this compromises the user's privacy.
Hello, Web 3.0
Web 3.0 is the next evolution of the internet, and it will most likely use blockchain technology and decentralization tools. We are the product in Web 2.0, but we are the owners of our content in Web 3.0. This means that I can post whatever I want on the internet, and anyone who wants the information I shared can download and share it further; your digital identity is not completely connected to the internet.
So what exactly is the difference between Web 2.0 and Web 3.0?
I'll try to explain their differences using some key features;
- Focus
Web 2.0 focuses on users' interactions with the internet in order to collect data and provide useful content for their needs. The focus of Web 3.0 is on decentralization and semantic learning. Semantic learning refers to the ability of computers to interpret data in the same way that humans do, and to generate and distribute useful content that is tailored to the needs of users.
- State of Data
The data we provide when we use the platform the network stores the data and provide good content. However, Web 3.0 allows everyone to participate as a user and a builder in the platform without monetizing your data.
- Technologies
One key differences between the Web 2.0 and Web 3.0 is the underlying technologies. Some of the notable technologies underlying the growth of Web 2.0 includes Ajax, Javascript and also CSS3 and HTML5 is among the technologies empowering Web 2.0. On the other hand Web 3.0 provides support for implementing innovative technologies. The major underlying technologies includes Artificial Intelligence, Semantic Web and decentralized protocols.
- Application Type
In the case of web 2.0, you can find web applications. Some of the examples of web 2.0 applications include video websites, podcasts, and personal blogs. On the contrary, web 3.0 empowers the growth of smart applications with capabilities for leveraging Machine learning and Artificial Intelligence functionalities. The notable examples of web 3.0 applications might include multi-user virtual environments, 3D portals, and integrated games.
Conclusion Web 3.0, in my opinion, will transform the way people interact with the internet; people will have complete access to their privacy and will no longer have to worry about their data being stolen. Nestcoin, Africa's largest Blockchain startup, has teamed with Zuri Team to train qualified developers to design and deploy Blockchain-based solutions.
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