Intranet and Extranet Objectives To understand the difference

Intranet and Extranet • • Objectives: To understand the difference between internet and extranet to know where intranet and extranet are used

Entrance slip what do you think extranet and intranet is?

What is intranet ? An intranet is a network based on TCP/IP protocols; belonging to an organization, usually a corporation, accessible only by the organization's members, employees, or others with authorization. An intranet's Web sites look and act just like any other Web sites, but the firewall surrounding an intranet fends off unauthorized access.

Green = advantages How is intranet used? • Like the Internet itself, intranets are used to share information. Secure intranets are now the fastestgrowing segment of the Internet because they are much less expensive to build and manage than private networks based on proprietary protocols.

What is extranet ? is a buzzword that refers to an intranet that is partially accessible to authorized outsiders. Whereas an intranet resides behind a firewall and is accessible only to people who are members of the same company or organization, an extranet provides various levels of accessibility to outsiders. You can access an extranet only if you have a valid username and password, and your identity determines which parts of the extranet you can view.

Difference between extranet and intranet: Intranet: Extranet: Definition: a private, internal, corporate network that provides users with access to data and collaboration tools across the organization • Rely on a firewall(hardware or software designed to keep threats from accessing a private network) to keep unwanted visitors out, and protect sensitive information. • Provides people who are related to the website to access it , people from the public can access it. • Uses (TCP/IP) , webpages, web browsers for access. • Perfect for collaborations because the people can connect to the others and inform Definition : a private network that extends to users outside of the organization • Rely on a firewall(hardware or software designed to keep threats from accessing a private network) to keep unwanted visitors out, and protect sensitive information. • Uses (TCP/IP) , webpages, web browsers for access. • Used in public websites for a company or school so that the public can see and be informed on news • You can access that intranet thorough the extranet

Exit slip what is the main difference between intranet and extranet?