Tim Berners-Lee
British computer scientist best known as the inventor of the World Wide Web. He is a professorial fellow of computer science at the University of Oxford and a professor at MIT.
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Sep 14, 2025 • 1h
153. The Man Who Invented The World Wide Web (Tim Berners-Lee)
Tim Berners-Lee, the British computer scientist who invented the World Wide Web, joins Rory and Alastair for a fascinating discussion. He explains why he chose to keep the web free and open, rather than profit-driven. The conversation dives into reclaiming the internet from tech giants, the evolution of the web from optimism to pessimism, and its impact on democracy. Berners-Lee reflects on personal data ownership, social media's role in polarization, and the philosophical challenges posed by AI, all while emphasizing the importance of innovation and collaboration.
Sep 30, 2024 • 5min
Why do web addresses start with www?
Tim Berners-Lee, a pioneering British computer scientist and creator of the web, sheds light on the origins of 'www' at CERN in 1989. He explains how his hypertext system formed the backbone of web surfing. The conversation clarifies the difference between the Internet and the World Wide Web and dives into the significance of components like HTTPS and top-level domains. In just under 3 minutes, Berners-Lee simplifies the complex world of web addresses!
