Key Internet Facts You Should Know by De-Cix

The Internet is a vast, decentralized network connecting over two-thirds of humanity, including many Malaysians. Here are five essential facts about it:

When was the Internet invented? The Internet’s origins date back to 1957. Malaysia joined the digital world in 1985 with its first Internet service, Rangkaian Komputer Malaysia (RangKoM). The Internet evolved from Arpanet, a resilient military network established in 1969.

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How many networks make up the Internet? The Internet comprises over 117,000 autonomous networks. In Malaysia, 288 networks contribute to this global web. Internet Exchanges (IXs) like DE-CIX play a vital role in data flow, connecting thousands of networks worldwide.

Key Internet Facts

How many emails are sent per year? An estimated 131.4 trillion emails will be exchanged in 2024, averaging 360 billion per day. Spam constitutes nearly half of these emails, with numbers expected to rise in the coming years.

How many Internet users are there? By 2023, around 5.4 billion people were online. In Malaysia, 97.4% of the 34.49 million population use the Internet, reflecting rapid digital growth.

How much data is there on the Internet? In 2023, the global data volume reached approximately 126 zettabytes, and it is projected to more than double by 2027. Data traffic at DE-CIX’s Internet Exchanges alone hit 59 exabytes in 2023, showcasing the immense data flow.

The Internet’s pervasive influence continues to grow, shaping communication, commerce, and daily life globally. This article is a contribution from De-CIX.