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Witty Web-User Infographics

'The Awesome Evolution of the Internet' Dissects Online Minds

— October 9, 2011 — Art & Design
With the Web entering the mainstream in the past decade, it's hard to imagine a world without the luxuries the Internet provides, but as 'The Awesome Evolution of the Internet' shows, early versions of the World Wide Web have been around since the 1960s. This web-focused infographic created by Grasshopper Group tracks the Internet from its beginning to now, with witty commentary about the evolution of web users through the years.

While most online users jumped on the Internet bandwagon as 'Third Generation Interactive Users' (those who joined for gaming purposes, Myspace, and eventually Facebook), it now seems that more and more individuals are becoming what the illustrated graph calls 'Fifth Generation Immersed Users.' These are those individuals who rely on the web for most aspects of their social and work life.

Whether you're new to the web, or already a veteran, 'The Awesome Evolution of the Internet' will definitely provide users with some interesting tidbits of info, and a few laughs.
Trend Themes
1. Evolution of the Internet - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in developing advanced technologies to improve internet connectivity and speed.
2. Web User Behavior - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in creating personalized online experiences tailored to individual user preferences.
3. Digital Dependency - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in delivering solutions to manage and mitigate the potential risks and negative impacts of excessive internet usage.
Industry Implications
1. Internet Service Providers - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in offering faster and more reliable internet services to meet the increasing demand.
2. Digital Marketing - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in utilizing data analytics to target and engage with specific segments of web users.
3. Cybersecurity - Disruptive innovation opportunities exist in developing advanced security measures and technologies to protect users from cyber threats and privacy breaches.
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