What inspired vint cerf and bob kahn to invent the internet?

Vint Cerf and Bob Kahn were inspired to invent the internet primarily to facilitate robust communication among computers, particularly in the face of potential disruptions, such as those posed during the Cold War. Their work on the Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) and Internet Protocol (IP) aimed to create a reliable and scalable way for diverse networks to interconnect and share information seamlessly. They envisioned a decentralized network that could withstand failures, enabling diverse applications and fostering global connectivity.