The “Father of the Internet” is finally retiring

Vinton Cerf, co-architect of the foundational internet protocols TCP and IP, is stepping down next week from his role as chief internet evangelist at Google. According to TechCrunch, Cerf—who co-created these protocols with Bob Kahn—has been a towering figure in tech leadership for decades. His departure marks a significant milestone in internet history.

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