THE INTERNET – A SYMBOL OF THE INFORMATION SOCIETY ERA AND THE DEVELOPMENT OF WORLD CIVILIZATION

Abstract

The Internet is a key symbol of the information society, reflecting transformations in communication, science, culture, and the economy. The global network ensures the exchange of knowledge, expands access to education, and shapes new models of social interaction, thereby contributing to the development of the digital economy. At the same time, the spread of the Internet is accompanied by challenges related to information security, digital inequality, and the need to develop media literacy, which determines its significance for the future of society.