What is the internet, even?

Understanding what the internet is -- its potential, its workings, and its motivations -- has become crucial as we increasingly transform into a digital society. But where is the best place to learn about the internet? Not the yawning chasm itself, I would argue. If you feel befuddled by internet addiction or, on the other hand, internet rejection, you might take a look at some of these books to get a sense of what it's all about.