Before moving on to Web3, let’s go back to the timeline and review WEB 1.0 and Web 2.0.

Web 1.0

Popular from the 1990s to the mid-2000s, it is a one-dimensional Internet. At that time, Web sites had only one function, that of displaying a list of information. So, you can read it.

It is not possible to post, share and interact with other people because it has not yet been thought of.

It is the era of reading.

Web 2.0

Widespread from the mid-2000s to the late 2010s, is a two-dimensional Internet.

Example websites are Facebook, Instagram, Snapchat with more functions. In addition to reading information from their platform, you can also post your content so that other people or users can also read yours and vice versa.

It is the era of reading and writing.

Web 3.0

Web3 refers to a decentralized online ecosystem based on blockchain. 

Web3-based platforms and apps will not be owned by a central server.

But from users who will earn their share of ownership by helping to develop and maintain such services.

Web3 is the era of reading,writing, and owning.

All this is made possible thanks to:

  • Blockchain network

    As discussed earlier, blockchain technology is the foundation on which Web3 is built. Using a blockchain network, data is decentralized so that users own their data and can exchange it without losing ownership. There is no risk of data breaches and there are no intermediaries involved. It also allows users to securely access various services.

    In addition, blockchain is also essential for cryptocurrency, which is another important element of Web3. Non-fungible tokens (NFTs), which are used to power transactions in Web3, are also based on blockchain technology.

  • Artificial intelligence

    Although Web 2.0 has its share of artificial intelligence (AI), it is still mainly controlled by large technology companies. In Web 3.0, we will see AI used to support decentralization

  • Augmented reality/virtual reality (AR/VR)

    AR/VR is another important component of Web3 because this technology will form the basis of the metaverse, which in turn is important for the future of Web3. We will talk more about the metaverse at the end of the article.

  • Without permission

    In Web3, users do not need specific permissions to use the Internet. Users will be able to access specific services without sharing their personal information. There is no need to compromise on privacy or share other data.

  • Safe

    Web 3.0 is much more secure than Web 2.0 because decentralization makes it difficult for hackers to target specific databases.