Where did the word Internet come from?

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Internet comes from "Inter-Network" which is simply the description applied to several "computer networks" linked together.

"Inter-network" has come to popularly refer to multiple networks not owned by one entity. It is possible to have an "Inter-network" that is not open to the public therefore forming an "Inter-network" that is not part of THE Internet.

"Intra-network" indicates multiple networks joined together but owned by one entity and closed off from any outsiders.

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