Why do some people call the internet the internets?

Question

There is only one internet. WTF? Or are there parallel universes nobody told me about?

Answer 1

Well, George Bush is believed to have started this phenomenon with his famous quote "I hear there's rumors on the internets."

Answer 2

OMG how old are you?!

Answer 3

Thanks for clearing that up. I'll go have some jello now before lights out here at the home.

Answer 4

Because internets is correct.

Answer 5

for years i thought rapper 50 cent was 50 cents...

Answer 6

older people haha

Answer 7

You are out of the loop, BC. Parallel universe. I can't believe no one has clued you in. Geesh! We need to get you out more!