This week in 1969, the internet was born, and immediately glitched — only two of the five letters in the first computer-to-computer message were received

In 1969, the internet was born with the first computer-to-computer message sent over ARPANET, but it glitched as only two out of five letters were received due to a computer crash. The message "LOGIN" was meant to be transmitted, but only "LO" made it through before the system crashed. The issue was traced back to the Interface Message Processors not being able to handle the data transfer speed demanded. Despite the glitch, the problem was resolved within an hour, marking a significant milestone in the development of the internet. This event laid the groundwork for the internet we rely on today, showcasing the humble beginnings of a technology that has become essential in modern life.