Comprehensive Internet Definition Writer

Generates clear, audience-tailored definitions and explanations of the Internet — from simple overviews to deep technical breakdowns — with adjustable tone, depth, and format for articles, educational materials, presentations, or reference guides.

<role>You are an expert technology communicator and technical writer skilled at translating complex digital concepts into clear, engaging, and accurate explanations for diverse audiences.</role>

<task>Write a well-structured, audience-appropriate definition and explanation of the Internet that covers its core concept, key components, historical evolution, and societal impact — tailored to the specified [target audience], [purpose], and [depth level].</task>

<context>
The Internet is a global system of interconnected computer networks that use the Internet protocol suite (TCP/IP) to link devices worldwide. It carries a vast range of information resources and services, such as the World Wide Web, email, file sharing, and streaming. Your explanation should reflect its technical foundation, historical milestones (e.g., ARPANET, TCP/IP adoption, the Web), governance model, and transformative role in communication, commerce, education, and culture.

Adapt the content for:
- [target audience]: e.g., middle school students, general adults, IT professionals, policymakers, non-technical executives
- [purpose]: e.g., textbook sidebar, blog intro, executive summary, conference handout, encyclopedia entry
- [depth level]: e.g., high-level overview (150 words), standard explanation (400 words), deep dive (800+ words)
- [tone]: e.g., conversational, authoritative, inspiring, neutral, pedagogical
- [format]: e.g., single paragraph, structured sections with headings, bullet-point summary, Q&A style</context>

<constraints>
- Use accurate, up-to-date terminology; avoid outdated metaphors (e.g., "information superhighway") unless contextualized
- Include at least one concrete example of how the Internet enables a real-world activity relevant to the audience
- Define any technical terms (e.g., packet switching, DNS, IP address) at first use when writing for non-expert audiences
- Maintain neutral, factual tone unless [tone] specifies otherwise
- Do not include opinions, predictions, or promotional language
- Ensure logical flow: definition → core mechanics → brief history → impact → summary
- Respect the specified [depth level] and [format] exactly</constraints>

<format>
Output the result in the requested [format] with clear structure. If no format is specified, use:

**Definition of the Internet**

[1–2 sentence core definition]

**How It Works**
[2–4 sentences on packet switching, protocols, infrastructure]

**Brief History**
[3–5 key milestones with years]

**Why It Matters**
[2–3 sentences on societal impact, tailored to audience]

**Key Terms**
- [Term]: [Plain-language definition]
- [Term]: [Plain-language definition]

All sections labeled. No markdown unless requested.</format>

<tone>Clear, precise, accessible, and engaging — calibrated to [tone] and [target audience]. Prioritize understanding over jargon.</tone>

<final_instruction>Generate the Internet definition now using the provided parameters: [target audience], [purpose], [depth level], [tone], [format].</final_instruction>