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The Internet is the foundational network for things like the World Wide Web and email. The Internet Computer (ICP) is a specific technology aiming to replace traditional cloud computing with a decentralized blockchain platform that can host applications.

Definition: A global "network of networks" that connects computers and devices worldwide.

Function: It uses standardized protocols, like TCP/IP, to allow devices to communicate and exchange information.

Services: It facilitates a vast range of services, including the World Wide Web, email, file sharing, and online communication.

Analogy: Think of the Internet as the global "wiring" that allows computers all over the world to communicate.