Tim Berners-Lee (computer scientist)

Tim Berners-Lee is a British computer scientist best known for inventing the World Wide Web in 1989. He developed the first web browser and web server, enabling the interconnected experience of accessing and sharing information online. Berners-Lee's vision was for a globally linked information system, which has transformed how we communicate, conduct business, and access knowledge. He has since advocated for web accessibility and user rights, founding the World Wide Web Consortium (W3C) to promote standards and ensure the web remains open and free for everyone. His contributions have significantly shaped modern digital society.