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Quote by Vinton Cerf

“I believe that the problem of global climate change will ultimately spur our global society to respond and while the condition does not appear to be reversible, we will find ways to adapt to it.”

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Vinton Cerf

Vinton Cerf is an esteemed engineer often referred to as the 'Father of the Internet'. Born on June 23, 1943, he is a key figure in the development of internet technology. As a pioneer in the field, he co-founded the Internet Engineering Task Force (IETF). During his tenure at the Advanced Research Projects Agency (ARPA), Cerf was involved in the early design of ARPANET, which laid the groundwork for the internet. Together with Bob Kahn, he developed the TCP/IP protocol, which became the foundation for internet communication. Cerf's contributions extend beyond technology, as he has also been active in the standardization of the internet, promoting its global adoption. Recognized as a foundational figure in modern internet history, Cerf's work has had a profound impact on the way people communicate and access information worldwide. more

“Before every game I used to go out and shot the same shots over and over and over. In the summer time I spent a lot of time just shooting. So really it just came natural. Whether it's a tie game or down by 1 or up by five, it was always the same shot. So I always felt comfortable with the ball in my hands because it was in there a million times before.”

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Author:Larry Bird

“I can imagine people actually working in virtual environments where productive, cooperative work is undertaken, and I think we will find people helping others to take advantage of masses of information that are inaccessible or too vast to process in real time today.”