Web1
Web1, also known as the 'read-only web', refers to the early stage of the World Wide Web from roughly 1991 to 2004, characterized by static websites where users primarily consumed content without significant interaction or contribution. It was built on basic HTML, HTTP, and early web browsers, with content created and controlled by a small number of publishers. This era laid the foundation for the internet's growth but lacked the dynamic, user-generated features of later web versions.
Developers should learn about Web1 to understand the historical evolution of web technologies and the foundational principles that underpin modern web development, such as client-server architecture and basic markup languages. It's relevant for those working on legacy systems, studying internet history, or building educational content about web progression, as it provides context for the limitations that led to innovations like Web2 and Web3.