Extranets

1. An extranet is a private network that

enterprises use to provide trusted third parties --
such as suppliers, vendors, partners, customers
and other businesses -- secure, controlled
access to business information or operations.
Extranets 2. It is part of an extention of an Intranet - the
information hosted on an extranet is typically
only accessible on internal networks.
3. Although information on an extranet is
accessible to users outside the company, access
is tightly controlled and only awarded to
authorized users.
Examples of Extranet
exchanging large volumes of data using electronic data interchange;
sharing product catalogs exclusively with wholesalers;
collaborating with other companies on joint development projects;
jointly developing and using training programs with other companies;
providing services to a group of other companies, such as an online
banking application managed by one company on behalf of affiliated
banks; and
sharing news of common interest exclusively with partner companies.
Advantages of Extranet
Enhanced engagement and communication
Enhanced efficiency.
Enhanced collaboration and knowledge sharing
Dis -Advantages of Extranet
Capital expenditure
Data security.
Implementation of Extranet
Extranet is implemented as a Virtual Private Networks
(VPN) because it uses internet to connect to corporate
organization and there is always a threat to information
security. VPN offers a secure network in public
infrastructure (Internet).
Difference between
Extranet and
Intranet
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