Do you use a capital letter when writing about the internet?

You generally do not capitalize "internet" unless it's the first word of a sentence or part of a proper noun.

Here's why:

* It's not a proper noun: The internet isn't a specific, named entity like a person or place. It's a general term for a network of computers.

* It's a common noun: Common nouns are general terms for things, and they are not capitalized.

Examples:

* Incorrect: I searched the Internet for information.

* Correct: I searched the internet for information.

* Correct: The Internet of Things is becoming increasingly popular. (This is a proper noun, so "Internet" is capitalized.)

However, there are some instances where you might see "Internet" capitalized:

* Brand names: Some companies use "Internet" as part of their brand names, like "Internet Explorer." In these cases, it's capitalized.

* Specific contexts: In certain technical contexts or when referring to a specific internet service provider, "Internet" may be capitalized.

Overall, it's best to err on the side of caution and avoid capitalizing "internet" unless it's clearly a proper noun.