It is impossible to know just how many people are on the Internet.
Estimates range from tens of millions to over a hundred million people.
It is possible, however, to make some generalizations about these people. They are mostly from the industrial world , although the developing world is coming on at a rapid pace. For the most part, English is a language that they have in common, although, as the developing world comes on-line, more Internet users will prefer languages other than English. They are educated or at least literate. They understand and have access to computers, and they have a desire to be part of a global, digital community.