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Explore a historical keynote presentation that traces the evolution of networking from early data links to the modern Internet, delivered by Len Bosack of XKL, LLC at NANOG. Journey through the development of ARPANET, the emergence of routers and switches, and the critical role of technologies like PPOP, DARPA, and EGP algorithms in shaping today's commercial Internet. Learn about the technical challenges, interface developments, and the pivotal role of companies like MCI in establishing global connectivity. Gain valuable insights into networking fundamentals, error compensation techniques, and important historical lessons that remain relevant for understanding current Internet infrastructure. Discover the progression of routing algorithms, network architecture, and the key decisions that transformed isolated data links into the interconnected world we know today.