Welcome to the First Website Ever
History & Initial Purpose
In 1989, British computer scientist Tim Berners-Lee, working at CERN in Geneva, proposed a system to enable researchers to share information over the internet. This led to the creation of the World Wide Web. The first website, launched on August 6, 1991, explained the Web project, including how to create web pages, set up a server, and use browser software. Hosted on a NeXT computer at CERN, this site marked the beginning of the internet as we know it today.
Features of the First Website
- Text-based content with simple formatting
- Hyperlinks to other documents and resources
- Information about the World Wide Web project
- Basic navigation with no images or multimedia
Modern Rediscovery
In 2013, CERN restored the first-ever website and made it publicly accessible. The restored site, available at info.cern.ch, allows visitors to explore the original content and learn about the birth of the web. This project preserves internet history and provides a glimpse into early web development.
Fun Fact
The first website was hosted on a NeXT computer at CERN, the same institution where the World Wide Web was born. This historic machine is now a celebrated piece of digital heritage.