The History of Email

The text discusses the evolution of email from its inception as a simple messaging system to its current status as an integral part of daily communication. It highlights key milestones such as the creation of ARPANET, the introduction of various email clients like RD, MSG, MH, Pine, Elm and Mutt, and the advent of webmail services like Hotmail and Gmail. The text also touches upon the potential impact of email on social development and raises questions about its future in light of emerging communication tools such as Slack, Facebook, and Snapchat.