A network that belongs to a company or an organization and provides access to its resources only to its staff or members. See picture.

An internal private network usually owned by a business or other organization. Intranets are differentiated from other private networks by their use of the TCP/IP and hypertext protocols pioneered by the Internet. Like the Internet, an Intranet is designed as a means to easily share resources.

A series of computers on a network within an organisation and to which individuals outside the organisation do not normally have access.

An Intranet is a network that uses web technology and is used Only for internal communications in an organization. It can only be accessed from a companies internal network and those given passwords and special access through the security that protects the network. Organizations use Intranet to distribute company information or sharing applications or computing tasks. It can be as simple or as complex as your business and its needs demand.

An intranet is a network of computers for a group of people such as the employees of a company or organisation. An intranet uses internet technology but is not part of the internet.

A computer network that is accessible only be individuals within a particular organization.

A LAN constructed within an organization (corporation) which resembles the Internet. Since it is based on TCP/IP protocol, it is quite similar to the Internet and thus easy to set up. Furthermore, it provides easy access to the Internet. Many corporations now have their own intranet due to these advantages.

An internal implementation of internet technology, usually limited to a single organization.

A network of computers belonging to an organisation (university/school), accessible only by the organisation's members, employees, or others with authorisation.

Company internal information platform based on Internet technology.

A network of TCP/IP networks within a company or organization. Intranets enable companies to employ the same types of servers and client software used for the World Wide Web for internal applications distributed over the corporate LAN. Sensitive information on an intranet that communicates with the Internet is usually protected by a firewall. See also firewall and extranet.

A network of computers that is internal to a company and uses Internet technologies to share information.

An intranet operates just like the internet does, but is only used by an organization, usually a corporation, and is accessible only by the organization's members, employees, or others with authorization. An individual intranet's Web sites look and act just like normal Web sites. The difference is the protection surrounding an intranet fends off unauthorized access. Intranets are used to share information, just like the internet. Secure intranets are now the fastest-growing segment of the Internet because they are much less expensive to build and manage than private networks based on proprietary protocols.

Private network that is based on the same technologies as the Internet, but restricted to a certain user group. See also internet, network.

Similar to the Internet, an intranet is a smaller network of computers, usually within a single organization or building.

An internal use, private network inside an organisation that uses the same kind of software which would also be found on the Internet.

An intranet is a private LAN designed for use by everyone within an organization. The essential idea of an intranet is that it uses LAN (and WAN) technologies to facilitate communication between people and improve the knowledge base of an organization's employees.

An internal network built using TCP/IP suite of protocols. It may or may not have a connection to the Internet.

A web site designed for internal use only and not available to general Internet access.

TCP/IP based network with restricted access (e.g. company's internal network)

An internal or Company Internet that can be used by anyone who is directly connected to the companies computer network

An internal, and usually closed, network which makes use of Internet technology.

Internal networks, based on Internet technology, designed to connect the members of a specific group or single company (a closed-user group).

A company specific version of the Internet. Whilst some access may be given to outsiders, secure areas will be protected by a robust firewall.

a private internet, generally used for accessing information within companies. Intranets typically use the same protocols as the Internet, but use additional software to restrict access to authorized users.

Private closed user group form of Internet network, frequently using PC software that is common with Internet, such as Web browsers.

A network designed to facilitate communications within an organization, as well as with customers and partners.

A network operating in the same way as the World Wide Web but having restricted access to a limited group of authorized users eg. employees of a company.

a self-contained network, often restricted to a particular organization, that uses Internet protocols to facilitate internal connections.

The internal computer networkings of a company.

An intranet is an internal-only Web/groupware site for a corporation or organization. This can also be called an enterprise server, corporate network or internal network.

TCP/IP network used within a company - using Local Area Network (LAN)

Private (company) network of computers using the same protocols as the Internet, but only for internal use. Some sort of small, private Internet.

A network based on TCP/IP protocols (an Internet) belonging to an organisation, accessible only by the organisation's members, employees, or others with authorisation.

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A closed information system often established by corporations or organizations. While they use HTML and other protocols employed by the World Wide Web, intranets are not accessible via the Internet.

a mini-internet for use within an organisation.

An intranet is a constrained version of the Internet usually owned and controlled by a single company or organisation. Intranets can still be world-wide, use TCP/IP protocols, and be structured as a collection of networks but the greatest difference is that access is limited to a set of authorised users (usually the employees of the company/organisation) using firewalls and other mechanisms.

A computer network that functions like the internet, but the information and web pages are located on computers within an organisation rather than being accessible to the general public.

A web site that is only accessable to employees with a password. Password secrity usually limits an employee to only seeing information relevant to his or her role.

A self-contained network, or network of networks. Usually one that is specific to an organisation or department. An intranet typically offers many of the same services as the Internet, such as email and web pages, but restricts access to the WWW. (see also LAN)

An internal network which employs many of the same data sharing standards as the Internet in order to provide information within some type of organization or group.

An intranet is a network of computers very similar to the Internet but on a smaller scale. Intranets are usually established by large corporate organizations to improve communication. The main difference between the Internet and an intranet other than its size is that an intranet is only accessible by authorized users.

Like the Internet but access to the facilities is restricted to one company or organization. The technology is just the same as the Internet

A small network of computers within an organization, used mainly for the passing of organisational information.

An internal web site for the use of a company, usually password protected. Used to disseminate internal information such as stock levels and availability.

An internet-based network that operates like the World Wide Web, except to a closed group within a private company or organisation.

An organizational network that uses Internet tools and communication protocols.))

A network based on TCP/IP protocols that belongs to a corporation, organization, or group. Access to the network is limited to authorized users only, such as employees, members of a group, or other authorized personnel.

An Internet-like network whose scope is restricted the networks within a particular organization.

A network that uses the same protocols as the Internet but is confined to a particular organization.

Network of connected systems using internet technology but with access restricted to permitted users e.g. a retailer and its group of suppliers.

An electronic communications network that connects a select number of computers, for example within an organization or business.

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An intranet is a network using Internet technologies for internal communication and work processes within an organisation. The great advantage, apart from dynamically sharing information, is that the browser can provide a common interface to all applications, allowing the linking together of many different systems

A TCP/IP network that uses Internet technology. May be connected to the Internet; if connected to the Internet, intranets are usually protected by a firewall or other security device.

an internal information system that works much the same way as the Internet. With one very important difference – only the people in your organization can access or post information. Because an intranet requires private identifications and passwords, it's closed to the rest of the world. Often, intranets are used to share calendars, documents and to provide a forum for discussion and commentary

A self-contained, internal network linking multiple users by means of Internet technology, usually within an organization. An intranet is typically used to enhance access to information, communication, and workflow between individual users and the organization. Using TCP/IP protocols, an intranet can be everything from a simple Web site that contains the employee handbook in HTML to a communication hub.

Aprivate internet (with a lower case i; a network containing multiple subnetworks) inside a campus or company; the UIC campus network is an intranet.

An internal corporate or organizational network that uses Internet technologies to let employees browse and share electronic information. An Intranet is essentially a private version of the WWW.

A network belonging to an organisation. Only members of that organisation have access to it. An intranet that is connected to the Internet usually is protected by a firewall or other device for server-to-server distribution.

An internal, organization-wide networked computing environment.

Private network using the same protocols as the public Internet for internal use by the staff of a single company or enterprise.

An internal, private network that uses the same protocols and standards as the internet.

An internal Internet. An intranet is a network based on TCP/IP protocols and belonging to an organization, usually a corporation. An intranet is accessible only by the organization's members, employees, or other authorized users. An intranet's web sites look and act just like any other Internet but the firewall surrounding an intranet fends off unauthorized external access.

Enterprise information network (LAN and WANS) technology blended with Internet technology, such as World Wide Web browsers.

A network limited to a specific company or department. Communications use the Internet Protocol and familiar Internet software. Usually has access to the Internet, but sensitive materials are protected by firewalls.

A network of computers within a business or organisation.

An internal network setup by an organization that uses the tools and protocols commonly found on the Internet for private use. Commonly used for corporate communication and other MIS functions.

A corporation or institution-based IP network

a sort of Internet network that is within business and schools. It uses TCP/IP and its pages are accessed through a Web browser just like the one you use.

An IP-based network that is not part of the Internet, but rather, is established for the internal communication purposes of a single company or organization.

is a network available only to members of a business or organization.

A set of web pages that is only accessible to certain people or by using certain computers. Most Schools in the University have Intranet sites and these are generally only accessible by using computers within the University

Refers to a private or internal usage, audience, accessibility, or posting.

Similar to the Internet, with one difference. The computers connected to each other in this closed, private network belong to one corporation, business, family, school, or other defined private group.

Local area network (LAN) or wide area network (WAN) usually within a business or other organization; inaccessible to "outsiders".

A closed data network linking a fixed number of sites using standard internet protocols

A collection of networks grouped together for an organization such as a school or business.

Using the same networking structure as the Internet, intranets are designed and secured for the internal use of a company's employees and partners.

An internal TCP/IP network used for sharing information within an organization.

An internal TCP/IP network, access to which is restricted (via a firewall) to individuals inside the company or organization. An intranet provides similar services within an organization to those provided by the Internet, but is not necessarily connected to the Internet. A common example of an intranet is when a company sets up one or more Web servers on an internal network for distribution of information or applications within the company.

A private company of networks created for private, internal use.

Private network, which uses me technologies of the Internet to link computers located within a single company into a network.

A closed network that uses technology to restrict web-based information to a group of authorized users.

In contrast to the globe-spanning Internet, intranet refers to a smaller network contained within a certain entity, typically an office. Intranets are not necessarily geographically bounded, but they are limited in who can access them.

A privately maintained computer network that can be accessed only by authorised users, typically employees within an organisation.

A private, password protected web site used for communication within an organization. Enables team members that are spread out literally around the world to share files, calendars, databases, etc.

The term intranet refers to an organisation's private internal network. This can consist of LANs and WANs. See also internet

A network, based on Internet technology, that belongs to an organization, and is accessible only by the organization's members, employees, or authorized others.

A network using Internet software that transmits proprietary and open information among computers housed within an entity such as a corporation. Intranets are mainly used to share company information and computing resources among employees.

A network based on TCP/IP protocols (an internet) 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.

Use of Internet-oriented standards, technologies, and products to enhance productivity and to function as a collaborative processing infrastructure within an enterprise.

A system of computer communication used within any corporation or other defined organization, and generally not accessible to individuals outside that organization.

is an internal website that is created using standard web technology and accessed using standard web browsers but is available only to users on the inside of a firewall or other boundary. This is usually created by an organisation to provide content and services to its employees or members without allowing external people to view it.

Any privately operated TCP/IP-based network (for example, a corporate network). Intranets can be connected to the Internet, but are usually protected by an intermediate set of barrier devices that secure Internet access. See also firewall.

A corporate network that uses an IP network structure, together with Web servers and browsers. Intranets are generally used to provide information such as benefits plans, etc. to corporate employees in an easily accessible fashion.

That's Intranet with an 'a', not Internet with an 'e'. The adoption of Internet software and standards to meet an organisation's internal networking needs. See the section on Intranets for a fuller discussion.

Usually within an organisation's computer system, an intranet allows members of the organisation to access information found within it but does not allow other internet users to access it.

Online network designed to be accessible only to members of a specific organization, with firewalls keeping out other potential users.

A network of computers inside an institution which uses an internet browser.

a means to share private information and resources in the form of a website amongst a particular group of related users, such as employees of a company or pupils and staff of a college or school. Users access an intranet via a web browser, meaning that to the user the experience of using an intranet is akin to accessing a conventional website. They can follow links, browse through pages and download documents from an intranet in the same way as they would from a website.

A website that's dedicated to users within an organization as opposed to the wider public.

Networks within a business. It uses the same technology that is the foundation of the global Internet.

An intranet is defined by the DTI as using "web technology in conjunction with a LAN to enable staff to communicate with each other, access databases and exchange documents and files. For many businesses, an intranet is an important step in streamlining and integrating internal businesses and processes".

An intranet is a local area network that uses the same concepts and technologies as the Internet but usually restricts access to members of an organisation.

An `internal net', whose pages are available only on a local server. An organization can use Web technology, such as browsers, servers, and editors to share information among its members or employees, but not make this information accessible over the WWW.

A computer network that exists within a company.

an internal organizational Internet that is guarded against outside access by a firewall; a private version of the Internet, using Internet technologies such as Web browser and servers on local area networks

An Internet service where access is restricted to an organisation's internal staff. In this report the "organisation" is the whole of the Commonwealth Government.

An Internet at the level of an organisation, most often a business. Using popular Internet software, an intranet allows people to exchange data within an organisation, as they do on the Internet, with the world.

A network internal to an organization. There is usually no firewall between the computers on an intranet but there probably is one between the intranet and the internet.

Inter-company network based on TCP/IP protocols. Accessible from the internet, but only through passwords or decryption keys.

a network owned by an organisation that functions like the pubic Internet but is secure to outside access. It is used to disseminate information to employees, at their desktops. E.g. induction programmes and learning modules.

Private network or website usually for internal company or organisation use. Generally only authorised users are allowed access.

An organisation's own network, designed and developed according to Internet protocols, especially TCP/IP.

internal staff website

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An information site usually implemented by business, schools or other large institutions (Australia Council), designed to provide information to the members. An intranet can be thought of as a smaller private version of the World Wide Web.

An internal network that takes advantage of some of the same tools popularized on the Internet (browsers for viewing material, HTML for preparing company directories or announcements, and so on).

An internal computer network that can be accessed only by authorised people, usually employees of the organisation that owns it.

Internal private network that use the same types of hardware, software, and connections as the Internet.

A smaller private version of the Internet used inside a compnay or organization for internal use.

Internal computer networks operating within organisations for the exclusive use of employees and specified outside parties. These networks are usually used for internal administrative functions such as human resource management, software sharing and information management.

An internal network within a company or organization that works like a small Internet, transferring information within departments.

Similar to the Internet, except that it is corporation-wide rather than worldwide. See Part VI.

A network that is limited to users who are members of the intranet's owning organization. Today it is commonly assumed that an intranet employs technology similar to that employed on the Internet, e.g., Web browsers, HTML and TCP/IP

A closed user group network of devices using IP, often limited to within one organisation or company.

a part of the secure server space that has been allocated for internal use only, for instance by field staff or agents. This may contain databases, pricing, or other sensitive information that your field staff needs access to but you do not want available for the general public to view

A collection of interconnected computer networks at a local level.

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Based on Internet technologies, an internal network that operates much like the World Wide Web, accessible only to employees and other authorized users and protected by a firewall.

use of the internet tools for communications aimed at individuals within an organization.

Computers linked through a network, usually within a single company's premises.

A privately owned network where access is usually restricted to members or employees of the organization that owns it.

An open TCP/IP network running Internet-enabled applications on an organization's local area network (LAN) and wide area network (WAN) infrastructure. These internal webs use the same open standards, protocols and cross-platform client and server technology that are deployed across the World Wide Web.

a special network, that may be a LAN within an office or may be worldwide, that offers access only to members of that intranet.

A network using the same protocol as the Internet ( TCP/IP), but limited to a company's LAN or WAN.

An information system designed for private, intra-company use, based on hypertext transfer protocol (http) techologies. Widely predicted to be the most lucrative segment of the new media market.

a locally operated hypertext environment generally using TCP/IP architecture and services that is delivered to browser software on networked PCs and desktop workstations. It is just like the Internet, but can usually be accessed only from within an organisation. It is privately developed and operated within a business or organisation. (pp. 7, 52)

An internal (corporate) network using Internet technology. Usually it involves the use of the TCP/IP protocols. Pointers for more information: http://www.intrack.com/intranet/ http://www.innergy.com/ix/index.html

A private internet local to a single company or group, used for the transfer of information within the group. May be accessible on a restricted basis to the outside world, but secure areas are usually protected by a Firewall.

Intranet is like the internet in the sense that it can be used to share information. Intranet however is only accessible internally by employees of a company.

A network of computers and servers accessed via Web browsers, but maintained within an organization or company, and not generally accessible to those outside the organization.

use of internet technology for internal networking

An intranet is an internal company web site which is accessible only to authorised users. Intranets use standards-based Internet technology. They may provide access to the Internet, but are protected from unauthorised access by secure firewalls.

Provides access to an organisation's computers only

A privately maintained computer network that can be access only by authorised users, typically employees of the organisation that owns it

An intranet is any network that provides similar services within an organization to those provided by the Internet outside it, whether or not it is connected to the Internet. The most common example is the use by a company of one or more World-Wide Web servers on an internal TCP/IP network for distribution of information within the company.

A Local Area Network (LAN) that functions to assist employees with internal business procedures. It may or may not be connected to the Internet.

A network within an organization that uses Internet technologies such as the Hypertext Transfer Protocol (HTTP) or File Transfer Protocol (FTP). Access to an intranet is available only to certain people, such as users within an organization.

An internal, institutional network using IP protocol and Internet tools... a "private Internet".

"Internal Internet" behind a firewall, potentially connecting LOBs, customers, and trading partners.

An Internet type network usually running within a single institution.

A replica of the Internet within an organization. Intranets use the same protocols and software as the Internet to facilitate communication and information sharing among company employees or departments.

Designed to be used to share internal information within the same company usually behind a firewall.

A corporate network based on TCP/IP Protocols and accessible only by the company's 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. Intranets are used to share information within the company. Think of it as a mini, private Internet.

is a network of computers and related digital files available to all members of the intranet's owner. USers access the files using an Internet Protocol rather than simple hard wiring. When added to a VPN (see below), an Intranet can become an Extranet (see above).

Like the Internet, but internal. An in-house version of the Internet using much of the same software so that it is easily connected to the Internet. Useful for high volume transactions and video-conferencing (Martin, 1997).

Originating in corporate computing, this is the use of Internet software on existing internal networks. The idea may be expanded, however, to mean the use of Internet software on a local server network. Rather than signing up with an Internet Service Provider, you could connect to a low-cost local Intranet service which would give you services for your local area.

a privately-owned Internet-type network which is used exclusively by the employees of a company for internal communications.

an organization's internal computer network based on Internet technology

A "localized" network of computers used to communicate electronically.

A network of servers and clients within a single company or organization which uses Internet protocols and programs. Intranet can also refer to that part of an organization's network which is located inside a firewall. An Intranet allows a company to use the standardized, easy-to-obtain and generally user-friendly tools of the Internet (notably the World Wide Web), while restricting access to only employees of the organization. This greatly reduces the security risk from unauthorized users attempting to gain illegal access to sensitive data.

A privately operated mini Internet that is normally contained within a single organisation and used for perhaps an extension of a company website just for employee access.

internal networks based on the same technology as the Internet

A self-contained intraorganizational network that is designed using the same technology as the Internet.

A collection of private Web sites that are available only to employees, or other trusted parties, within an organization.

Private network inside an organisation that is only for internal use and normally requires password access. Typically uses Internet technology

Intranet is an internal network designed to be used within the confines of a company, university or organisation.

A privately owned computer network based on the same open standards as the Internet.

program that is accessible to users which have access to an organizations internal network.

Private network(s) of computers that restrict access.

An intranet functions like the Internet but is accessible only to a restricted group of people.

A corporate network using Internet Protocol, reserved for internal data exchange. Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) makes the presentation of data user-friendly, using hyperlinks to permit user to browse through screen pages (as on a web site).

An intranet is a computer network used within one company or organization.

A system for internal distribution of out-of-date, incomplete, inaccurate and/or deliberately misleading information. See also Internet.

The Intranet is an internal network which is not in the public domain. An Intranet is commonly used by companies to manage and provide company information and support to all permitted users.

A computer network used within an organization to connect computers by means of Internet communications technologies and software. An intranet may also connect users to the World Wide Web.

An application that allows individuals within an organization to exchange information.

A local network. Typically only accessible to users within a defined group (company, institution, department, etc.).

A network within a business enterprise that uses the same technology as the global Internet. Similar to a Local Area Network but generally bigger in size.

Computer network isolated from the Internet by means of a firewall but that offers similar facilities to the local community (e.g., Web servers, mail, etc.).

A company's private, internal website, accessible only to its staff. Cf. extranet

A restricted-access network that works like the Web, but is not a physical presence on the Web. Usually owned and managed by a corporation, an intranet enables a company to share its resources with its employees without confidential information being made available to everyone with Internet access. A computer that links two networks, often converting protocols or messages from one network to the other. The term can also refer to a system capability that provides direct access to other remote networks or services.

Large private network, often in a corporate environment.

a private network of computers that allows the private members to communicate with other members. Intranet networks have been set up recently by certain companies so that clients can do online business with the company without the fear of having any information intercepted by unauthorized third parties.

private Internet” that employs TCP/IP communications protocols used over the Internet. The intranet may be linked to the public Internet through a tightly managed, controlled gateway.

Internal company-wide website available to staff only.

An internal Internet designed to be used within the confines of a company, university, or organization. Intranets are private; using Internet technology in a company makes internal communication and collaboration much simpler.

Any network which provides similar services within an organization to those provided by the Internet outside it but which is not necessarily connected to the Internet. The commonest example is the use by a company of one or more World-Wide Web servers on an internal TCP/IP network for distribution of information within the company. Since about 1995, intranets have become a major growth area in corporate computing due to the availability of cheap or free commercial browser and web server software which allows them to provide a simple, uniform hypertext interface to many kinds of information and application programs.

Another name for a local area network (LAN), especially a corporate LAN that duplicates the data-sharing capability of the Internet but for local or private users only.

A vast internal network structured in a fashion similar to the Internet. Intranets are usually established by large corporate organizations to improve communication. The main difference between the Internet and an intranet is that access to intranets are restricted to authorized members only.

A private network using standard Internet protocols but with limited or no connectivity to the public Internet. An intranet is often connected to the public networks via a firewall.

A network that uses Internet technologies within a company or organization.

A private network that is set up similar to the World Wide Web.

An Intranet is an internal or private Internet system used strictly within one organisation. The main purpose of an Intranet is to share organisation information and computing resources among staff.

an Internet-like environment accessible only within an organization such as Pinellas County Schools.

A private network within an organisation, often protected from Internet traffic by a 'firewall' (software that controls access from the outside).

An intranet is like a small private Internet, which is intended to be accessed by a specific group or groups of computers. Often companies will set up intranets for their own internal use to allow employees to see company information without allowing access to this private information by the entire Internet.

A network contained within an institution that uses internet technology but which is not part of the Internet

A (usually) private network, which is only accessible by authorised users. For example, a company could connect its Bristol, London and Birmingham offices with its own intranet. IRC Internet Relay Chat. A multi-user chat system. This is a feature of the Net, which allows you to hold 'live' text conversations with other people on the same channel.

The internal computer communications network used by businesses and corporations.

A private network that is contained within an enterprise, that uses Internet protocols.

A private network, generally within companies.

A localised network of computers, usually not accessible by computers outside its own network.

Local network of computers using TCP/IP as the standard communications protocol. Usually an Intranet features some sort of HTML content that you can use a browser to look at. Think of it as a mini, private Internet

An internal or private network, such as business. It uses the same protocols and equipment as the Internet. It may or may not allow its employees to access the Internet.

is a private network that is contained within an enterprise. It may consist of many interlinked local area networks (LAN) and also uses leased lines in the Wide Area Network (WAN). The main purpose of an intranet is to share company information and computing resources among employees.

An internal Ministry information network

Network of networks contained within an enterprise. Typically, an intranet includes connections through one or more gateway computers to the Internet outside. The main purpose of an intranet is to share company information and computing resources among employees. An intranet can also be used to facilitate working in groups and for teleconferences. Typically, larger enterprises allow users within their intranet to access the public Internet through firewall servers, which have the ability to screen messages in both directions so that company security is maintained.

An internal ‘Internet' designed to be used within the confines of your organisation. Ideal for improving internal communication and making a single source for company information and materials.

Intranets are websites that can only be accessed within a company through your internal network or LAN. They are protected from the outside world by a combination of hardware and software security. Intranets are a good way of sharing information within the company; enhancing internal communication and enabling better customer care. Intranets commonly hold products and service guides, employee handbooks, company-wide memos, phone numbers and email addresses.

An internet-like application that can only be used by people on a particular network, like the one at OSURF.

Intranet is a secure private network that uses TCP/IP protocols.

A private network located in a company or organization that uses the same type of information on the internet, but is only for internal use.

An intranet is the same as the internet except limited to a small group or company - so only that company can see the information.

An internal or company network that can be used by anyone who is directly connected to the company's computer network (e.g., sales reps, partners, vendors).

A private network for internal use within an entity such as a company that uses similar software to that found on the Internet. For example, some companies create Web Pages on their networks accessible only by their employees.

Notice the spelling. A private network, similar to a LAN, usually found in the corporate world. Intranets work like the Internet, but in the context of a closed system. Sometimes they have access, through a doorway or firewall, to the real Internet.

a private internal network inside an organization

A private network of computers, using the same protocols as the Internet, but accessible only by the members of the group.

A private company network that operates exactly like the World Wide Web.

Contrary to the public Internet, an intranet is a private network inside a company or organization.

A Website designed for internal use only, or with limited and controlled external use, such as with suppliers and partners. Intranets are often used for internal coordination, project management, job tracking, employee support, and company communications.

Think of the intranet as an "interoffice memo". You wouldn't publish your office memo in the New York Times, would you? It's the information that's privy to a group of individuals. The HTML documents can be stored anywhere, even on the internet. But you most likely will need a password and an account to access it.

This term is typically used to refer to a closed, private network (such as that used by a company or other organisation) that uses Internet-standard protocols, such as TCP/IP as the transport, HTTP servers for presenting documents, and SMTP and POP servers for mail.

In the same way that the world is networked and information shared between organizations, the same thing can be done using a LAN and WAN internally. Within a company, an internal structure of Web servers can make internal company information available between departments or even accessible to external staff via the Internet. For instance, an internal employee may be able to submit help desk requests with an IS department via a Web page; check on project status in an Engineering group; or even view an HR page to see what their benefit information is. Database access can also be done with this method.

This term is mainly used to describe an internal website – that is, one only available to people who are part of an organisation or company. In other words, it is a private Internet.

An intranet is a private network. There are many intranets scattered all over the world. Some are connected to the Internet via gateways.

A network-based collection of Web servers and sites, usually located within one company or other organization.

An internal network in a company or organization which usually has a "firewall" so that outsiders can not get into it.

A network that uses the TCP/IP communications protocols, but with access limited to people within a single organisation. People access information in an Intranet the same way as they do with the Internet - by using browsers and email clients. The main difference is that anybody outside the intranet can't access the data contained within the intranet unless they have permission.

A privately maintained computer network that can be accessed only by authorized persons, especially members or employees of the organization that owns it.

System of web sites that are available only to users on a specific private network. Companies often create intranets to help provide information and resources to their employees that is not available to the general public.

A new network model, based on the idea of making information and communications as accessible on internal corporate networks as it is on the public Internet. A recent poll of 50 Fortune 1000 companies interviewed by Forrester Research obtained these definitions: (1) Web technologies developed for internal use: 30% ; (2) A corporate TCP/IP-based LAN: 26% ; (3) Using an internal Web to communicate with business partners: 6% ; (4) Don't know: 38

A private network that utilizes the same organization and protocols as the Internet, but is only for internal use. Note that an Intranet may not actually be an internet -- it may simply be a network. See Also: internet , Internet , Network

A network protected from outside intrusion and closed to the internal use of employees of a company.

An intranet differs from the Inter net in that an intranet is a private network. An intranet functions in the same way as the Internet only access to it is limited to a select group (ie. all employees of a large company).

A computer network, based on Internet technology, that an organisation uses for its own internal purposes that is closed to outsiders.

An Intranet is a restricted-access type of network that uses the same protocols as the internet.

A network maintained by a company that is only available to its staff or authorised users. Like the internet, it uses HTML pages and web browsers.

A small-scale version of the Internet that operates as a private secure network usually within organisations.

A private network inside an organization or company that uses the same kinds of software. An intranet is used for internal use.

A private network that belongs to an organization, accessible only by the organization's members, employees, or others with authorization.

A private network or web site for internal company or organisation use. Can be tunnelled into by authorised users.

An intranet is a network that exists exclusively within an organization and that is based on Internet technology. Because an intranet is based on Internet technology, it can have thousands of users across many locations and still be private.

A private version of the Internet used by AUSTRAC

A network for internal use within a company or organization

a private network that works as an internal company wide Internet

A private network that uses Internet-related technologies to provide services within an organization.

A private (closed) Internet, running inside a LAN (Local Area Network).

An internal Internet designed to be used within the confines of a company, university or organization. The Intranet is a private source of data only accessible to workers within a particular organization.

an intranet is basically an internal Internet designed to be used inside a company, university, or organization. You often need passwords to access intranets.

a private network within an enterprise that uses Internet protocols; a closed system within an organization or network of organizations that may be classified as an internet but is restricted in its access and usage as a part of the public Internet. definition of intranet defined definition of restricted network defined definition of closed network defined definition of restricted access network defined

A closed networking system in a company or organization that uses Internet technologies ( protocols, software products, etc. ) for cost performance and stability. An Intranet does not have to connect to the Internet.

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A company internal network that uses the general Internet protocol to spread information and allow communication within the own organization. Through an intranet, employees can gain access to proprietary information not available to the public and communicate with one another at less risk for unauthorized insight.

A part of an organization's network that is private. Only authorized individuals have access to the intranet. Besides that an intranet is very similar to the Internet in a sense that it offers the same services and uses the same protocols.

A private, internal network that operates within the walls of a company (similar to a LAN) and is usually insulated from the outside world via an electronic or hardware impedance called a firewall.

A network utilized by one organization that is not connected to other networks.

A private company network which links computers in the same way as the Internet but without allowing any external access. Useful for internal file-sharing, web serving or messaging.

A Web site that is hosted on a local network and is, therefore, not accessible by anyone outside the network. Intranets work just like public Web sites. Offices can include any text, graphics, and hyperlinks it chooses. Intranets can also provide access to external Web sites, even though external users cannot access the intranet. Many House and Senate offices host their own intranets to provide staff easy access to important information. All offices also have access to CapNet, the congressional intranet.

Network internal to an organization that uses Internet protocols.

A separate organisational network based on the same protocol as the Internet (TCP/IP) that is only accessible to internal users. Unauthorized users may be prevented from accessing an intranet by a firewall.

A computer network that an organization uses for private purposes.

A network of linked computers maintained by a company or other organization. Employees can access information specific to their company via the intranet.

An intranet is a web site geared toward use specifically by a company's employees. It will often contain company or project-specific information that allows employees to coordinate more efficiently.

The application of Internet technology and protocols to a local business network. Intranets are good for providing specific information within an organizations using existing Internet technologies (web pages, search engines, web browsers, etc). Table of Contents

Network, internal to an organization, that functions with browsers and other features similar to the Internet.

OMNI GRAPHICS internal website that is accessible via a browser, and resides on the local area network.

An internal network not directly visible from other networks such as the Internet. All school networks are Intranets.

A private network inside an organization that uses the same kinds of technology as thepublic Internet, but for internal use only.

A private network which utilises the same techniques as the Internet but is accessible only by authorised users IP

This is a private network/site set up for a subset of authorised users, often in a corporate environment.

a section of the Web which is only accessible to a closed group, such as within an organisation.

A private network, usually inside an organization, that functions very much like the Internet. It has become common practice to permit access to such Intranets from standalone computers used by students or employees off-campus or off-site. Firewalls, login procedures and passwords are designed to provide security.

An internal Web site harnessing the power of the Web to deliver information and perform transactions via a dial-up connection.

A private computer network.

A network that is internal to an organization.

private Internet inside a company or organization using the same protocols and software one would find on the Internet. Intranet sites however are often more exciting (utilizing more bells and whistles) as they don't have to content with the bandwidth and network problems associated with the Internet (a public network). An Intranet does not have to connect to the Internet

Use of Internet standards, technologies, and products within an enterprise to function as a collaborative processing infrastructure. The term is generally used to describe the application of Internet technologies on internal corporate networks.

A computer network that functions like the Internet using web browser software to access and process the information that employees need, but the information and web pages are located on computers within a company. A firewall is usually used to block access from outside the Intranet.

A large internal network structured in a similar way to the Internet. Intranets are typically established by large corporate organizations to help communications within the organization. The difference between the Internet and an Intranet is that the latter is restricted to authorized users only.

A private website or portal, secured or password-protected, specifically designed for workers in an organization to conduct internal business.

A private network based on Internet software and standards reserved for use by members of an organization.

A local network that uses TCP/IP and web technologies as it's networking protocol. Internal company information is made available using a Web server and other TCP/IP applications.

when a company uses Internet technology (such as browsers) to deliver information to a closed group of its own users. Many Intranets run exclusively on a company's Local Area Network.

Like the internet, but a private network, for a company or organization, and only for internal use.

A private network, usually within an organization, that uses the Internet protocols but is not connected directly to the global Internet.

A network based on Internet protocols belonging to a specific company for internal use. It looks and works like a Web site containing company information or applications. It's only accessible by authorized employees and personnel and is typically protected by a firewall.

A private network for use by a company's own staff.

A private network used by an organization. Uses the same kind of software as the Internet.

A private network of a company or organization that uses software similar to what is found on the public Internet, but is only for internal use. As the Internet grows in popularity, many of the tools used on the Internet are being implemented in private networks. For example, many companies have web servers that are available only to employees. Note that an Intranet may not actually be an Internet; it may simply be a network.

A private network inside a company or organization that uses the same kinds of software that are used on the Internet, but only for internal use. Compare internet/ extranet

The subset of the Internet used internally by a company or organization. Unlike the Internet, intranets are private and accessible only from within the organization.

A private network which uses the same protocols as the public Internet ( TCP/IP, HTTP, etc.), but only for the internal use of a company or organization.

An internal computer network to facilitate corporate communications with access limited to a company.

An organization's internal system of connected networks build on Internet-standard protocols and usually connected to the Internet via a firewall.

An internal web site used within the boundaries of a company for private use only.

an internal company network built around web technologies.

An Intranet is the use of the Internet technology within companies' private networks, to allows communications between offices.

A private network that utilizes the same techniques as the Internet but is accessible only by authorized users.

A private network that uses Internet software and standards.

Essentially a web site or group of (usually interlinked) web sites that is only accessible to people within a specific group or organization. Most large companies have intranets. Intranets offer a safe place for employees to publish information that improves workflow. Intranets typically house shared applications, internal telephone and e-mail directories, rules and regulations, help files etc. Many large intranets have a search facility that allows users to find specific information more easily.

A term that describes a spin on Web technology that uses servers and browsers to set up a private Internet.

closed data network linking a number of sites using standard internet protocol. Typically used by a company for internal communications.

An internal collaborative document management system that extends from departmental teams to branch offices providing a central point for managing information. It provides access to all relevant information regardless of its origin.

A local computer network, e.g., within one company or building.

A private network within a company or organization. Typically, an intranet of several computers is linked to the Internet through some kind of gateway, so that a company can share information among insiders and also, where appropriate, share it with outsiders on the Internet (a setup that's also called an extranet). In essence, it is a miniature version of the Internet, and is usually accessed using the same browser technology.

A network within an organization which provides similar services to the Internet but is not necessarily connected to it.

A computer network, based upon World Wide Web and Internet technologies, but whose scope is limited to an organisation. An intranet may be connected to an Internet, so that there can be communication and flow of information between it and other intranets. See also: Internet, World Wide Web.

An intranet is a private network within a company that allows employees to gain information to company information. It is based on the same standards as the internet, but it is for corporate use only.

An internal Internet. In other words an internal computer network that runs the Internet Protocol (TCP/IP). Most Intranets have a computer ‘gateway’ to the wider (external) Internet and deploy a ‘firewall’ (q.v.) to prevent unauthorised access to a company’s information.

within a particular organization, a private network that permits shared applications and which is intended solely for internal company use; essentially, a company-specific Internet.

An Intranet is a network that is only available within a company. It is usually private and should only be available internally to employees and approved partners.

An inhouse Web site that serves the employees of the enterprise. Although intranet pages may link to the Internet, an intranet is not a site accessed by the general public.

An internal company network based on Internet protocol. Intended for speedy and convenient distribution of corporate information.

A closed user group internet which uses browser style interfaces to present information. An intranet may either exist only within a private network or may be accessible via the internet.

A confederation of networks inside an organization, such as a corporation. Your corporate intranet is probably much more than just a Web server, even if your internal corporate Web server is named "intranet."

an internal network within a school, corporation, etc. which allows for the shared use of files, and electronic resources.

A computer network, based on Internet technology, designed to meet the internal needs for sharing information within a single organization or company.

A network operated by an individual organization that provides applications to its users by means of the same protocols and services that are used in the global Internet.

"A private or internal company network that takes advantage of the easy-to-use TCP/IP protocol for file transfer

An Intranet is an in-house private website for internal users. Using the exact same technologies as the Internet, an Intranet is generally only accessible by employees directly connected to the company's internalnetwork.

A private network, often made up of many interlinked local area networks. Used to share information and computing resources among a community, an intranet is a good way of helping people work in groups. An intranet usually includes connections to the outside internet.

A bunch of computers linked together within a company—an Internet inside a company.

Unlike the Internet where a page may be accessible by anyone connected to the Internet, an Intranet is a local Internet generally belonging to a corporation or organization that allows a select few members access to the pages and is protected from any other users not part of that intranet.

A means of providing controlled access to shared data within an organization, usually via a Web browser.

A network of networked computers that is contained within an enterprise. Often a private Web site usually servicing a single company. Its primary purpose is to share company information and computer resources within the company.

a local network with restricted access that uses some or all of the same systems and software as the Internet.

Local area network that uses World Wide Web features like browsers and web pages to provide convenient information access for employees within a business.

A private network inside a company or organization that uses the same software used on the Internet and may share public Internet connections, but is accessible only by company or organization designated locations.

An internal Internet designed to be used within the confines of a company, university or organization (outside users cannot access the entity's Intranet).

A private network that relies on the same network standards and protocols as the public Internet, to allow similar, closed functionality using standardized Internet and World Wide Web tools.

An inside network of a big company, corporation, or organization that only allows employees, members, or any other authorized users to get into it. http://www.techweb.com/encyclepedia/defineterm?term=intranet

A private network that allows users within a given organisation to use Internet related technologies.

An intrane t is a centralized electronic repository of information (typically accessed via computer on a company's network with a browser based for interface. There is unlimited potential for the uses of intranets including access to static information like HR forms, work product, and online resources - as well as interactive tools for learning, collaborating and more. Listed here are solutions for small businesses who want to build an intranet solution without tremendous expense either in infrastructure (technology or staff) and time. Information Audit or Knowledge Audit

A localized, private network based on the same technology as the Internet.

An intranet is a network that exists exclusively within an organisation (e.g. Birmingham LEA) and is based upon Internet technology. An intranet can be set up within a firewall, which will stop outside access. The BGfL is an Intranet with some access to the Internet

An in-house version of the World Wide Web, in which a company uses Web browsing software for internal communications.

A private miniature internet which allows no or only limited access from the internet proper, for example to allow easy sharing of confidential files within a company or corporation.

A network that is only available within the domain of a company. It does not allow external users or agents to access its contents.

An internal network that leverages some of the same tools popularized on the Internet (browsers for viewing material, HTML for preparing company directories or announcement, etc.).

The use of various Internet tools and protocols, especially HTTP and HTML, within an organization. Back to Menu

Private website often used to communicate to a group of specified people. They are not connected to the Internet and are therefore not accessible to the Internet user. The Intranet is sometimes protected by a password system.

This is a closed data network that links a number of sites by using standard internet protocols.

is a network that uses the same kind of software as that used on the Internet, but is used by a company as a private network for internal use only.

The use of the Internet and Internet-type software for subsytems of computing for private organizations and individuals. Companies are storing key forms and documents on web sites inside their operations, making it easy for employees to find information using standard web browsers, not special-purpose database programs. Most intranets use the "free" connections of the Internet, and turn the Internet into an intranet with passwords or other access barriers to documents and databases.

An intranet uses Internet protocols and applications over an internal company network.

An intranet is basically an internal Internet designed to be used within the confines of a company, university, or organization. What distinguishes an intranet from the freely accessible Internet is that an intranet is private. Source: Learn the Net Glossary

A private network inside a company or organization that uses the same kinds of software one would find on the public Internet, but restricted for internal use.

A private network contained within a business organization used for internal communication and collaboration.

A private network inside an organization. It behaves like the Internet but it is available only to users from the organization. Because the access is less likely to be anonymous, Intranet can achieve more than Internet processes because the security concerns are less pronounced.

A local network, for example, an office network, where there are internal web servers accessible to computers in the office, but not accessible from outside the company. Many Intranets are protected from exterior access by various security devices, like firewalls.

A network of networks that uses the Internet but is contained within a controlled environment, for example, internal company information that is viewed only by its employees.

A network inside a company or organization that uses the same kinds of software that you would find on the Internet, but that is only for employee use.

An intranet is a private network that is contained within a company or enterprise. The main purpose of an intranet is to share company information and computing resources among employees.

A company or organization's internal network.

A private network based on Internet protocols. Its sites look like Internet sites, but a firewall keeps the intranet from outside access.

An "intranet" is a private network inside a company or organization. An intranet may or may not connect to the Internet.

A private network that uses the same tools and software as the public Internet, but on a much smaller scale. This structure is typically used by corporations to relay and present information to its employees in an efficient and timely manner.

A private Internet site used by an organization for internal communication

A network of networks that interconnects within a single widespread organization and uses the Internet Protocol (IP). The sites within an Intranet are generally closed to the Internet and are accessible to organization members only. See extranet.

An internal network, which is private or employs a firewall to secure it from outside access, that supports Internet technology. The Intranet is used for inter-company communications and can be accessed only by authorized users.

A private network inside a corporation

A web site that is only visible inside a company's local area network, wide area network, or domain. Intranets are rapidly becoming the new way to share information and best practice inside organizations. The intraned can replace the company magazine, the company phone book, and paper based forms and procedures.

A closed network of inter-linked computers. Often using the same technologies as the Internet. Used by organisations for sharing internal information.

A network inside an organization that uses the same kinds of software and protocols as the Internet. This may be linked to the outside world and called an Extranet.

A network designed for information processing within a company.

A private network inside a company or organization that uses the same kinds of software that you would find on the public Internet. Note that an Intranet may not actually be on the internet -- it may be a separate network.

An Intranet is an internal network of computers based on the standards of the Internet. Intranets are not accessible through the Internet, as they are meant to provide information only to the employees of some organizations and typically have a much higher bandwidth than what the vast majority of users experience with 28.8 or 14.4 dial-up connections.

An intranet is a private, internal network that provides users access to applications within the agency.

Intranet is a term coined to describe a private version on the Internet, usually limited in scope and use to people within a single group or organisation. Generally Intranets are built using the same basic world wide web technology as the rest of the Internet.

An internal website used for communicating between staff in a company.

A private network within an organisation that works the same as the Internet.

A private internal network within an organisation, company etc which may consist of many interlinked local area networks. Its main purpose is to share files, utilise websites, and collaborate among employees. Usually it cannot be accessed from the Internet.

Like an Internet, it is a collection of computers linked together. However, access is restricted to a specific, smaller group of computers. Usually companies will use an Intranet to link together allowing privacy.

A network maintained by a company that is only available to its staff or other authoriused users and looks like a private Internet.

An internal or limited network that uses the basic technologies of the Internet, including Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP) and World Wide Web servers and browsers. See also local area network, internet, and Internet.

A private network, like the Internet, that is for use only by selected users, usually set up for internal use by employees of a single company.

A private network that uses similar technologies as the Internet, web pages are however only accessible from within the private network.

a private network used within a company or organization that is not connected to the Internet

A private network of computers using web-based technology that lets people within a company share information. Typically this information is confidential to the company and Intranets are not accessible by the general public.

An intranet is an unstructured client/server network that uses Internet protocols to connect all the locations of a private network, whether it is a LAN or a WAN.

Although an intranet uses the same types of software and formats as on the Internet, it is not open to the general public but rather is a secure private network within an organisation or company. It is generally used to share information and services across an organisation and is perfect for companies with many locations, particularly across multiple countries.

An intranet is a TCP/IP based network within a single company which enables access to company information through the familiar tools of the Internet such as web services browsers. (The www for a closed a secure company service)

A local or restricted communications network within an organization or business accessible via ordinary Internet connectivity software.

A private network within an organization or company that may allow its users to connect to the internet but limits access from the internet, such as a college, university, or a private company.

A private internet, usually within a company or organization.

A network connecting computers within an organization using standard internet protocols, esp. TCP/IP and HTTP.

A private network that uses Internet technologies (like TCP/IP and the Web) for improved application implementation time, ease of use, and platform independence.

While similar to the Internet, this is a private, network within a company or other organization that does not run on the Internet. It usually looks just like the Internet, but is separated by a firewall. It is usually set up with locations and pages and functions with the E-mail system. It is used for a variety of inter-company purposes including posting company policy, announcing job openings, listing engineering projects and schedules, meeting announcements, posting sales, benefits coordination, etc.

Intranets are internal, private networks used by companies and academic institutions worldwide. Intranets are secure from public access and serve as databases of information in the same format as that used by the World Wide Web. See also internet Network WWW

An Intranet uses the same technology as the Internet over a private or internal network and is not accessible by users outside the network.

Similar in design to the Internet, large Corporates can have an internal Internet that can only be viewed from inside the company using a browser. This allows the set-up of departmental information sharing and can work well if a suitable structure is defined first, which is unlike the randomness of the external Internet. See also Network, Browser and Internet.

The internal communications network used by corporations and businesses for data sharing, presentations or other business applications.

An Intranet is a 'private Internet', not necessarily linked to the Internet itself, which provides a means of communication within a company or group, or specified group of people.  It is based upon Internet standards and provide the means for an organisation to make resources more readily available to its employees on-line.

An internal Web site for an organization.

An internal company computer network that uses the same protocols as the Internet but is protected by security firewalls from unauthorized access.

A restricted-access network that works like a Web site. Usually owned and managed by a corporation, an intranet enables a company to share resources with its employees--and, in the case of One Realtor Place®, members--without releasing proprietary information to everyone with Internet access.

A private network which transmits packets like the Internet, but within the internal network of an organization.

Similar to the Internet, but restricted within an organisation, e.g. a school or local authority. Most Intranets contain gateways to the wider Internet

A secure, private network that integrates Internet standards and applications (such as Web browsers) with an organization’s existing computer networking infrastructure.

An Intranet is an internal or private Internet used strictly within the confines of a company, university, etc.

Internal part of website, password protected for confidentiality

A private network with access restricted to one organisation, but which uses the same standards and protocols as the global public Internet.

Conglomeration of interconnected computer networks within a specific organization. SDN Integrated Services Digital Network, a fast network connection available through many telecommunications companies.

An intranet is a private network that is contained within an organization that uses computers.

A secure, internal, corporate Internet-based network.

Private Network using Internet technology

Intranets are private networks, usually maintained by corporations for internal communications, which use Internet -- usually web -- protocols, software and servers. They are relatively cheap, fast, and reliable networking and information warehouse systems that link offices around the world. They make it is easy for corporate users to communicate with one another, and to access the information resources of the Internet.

Collection of computers and other devices in a given organization.

Synonyms: corporate network, enterprise network, secure network, private network, closed network Related Terms: firewall, enterprise search engine The secured network connecting all the computers of a particular company or institution. Intranets are usually shielded from the public Internet via a device called a firewall.

An Intranet is a network of computers in an office or building that communicate with each other and share files and resources such as laser printers and file storage space on servers.

In internetworking, applied to networks which utilize the technologies associated with the World Wide Web, but which are limited to a single company or organization. Used to distribute information within an enterprise using the flexible resources developed for the Internet, but without the security concerns associated with full Internet connectivity.

A network owned by an organization that functions like the public Internet but is secure from outsider access and regulated by representatives of the organization often called system administrators.

A private network within an organization for internal use by employees.

An in-house, company network Web site that serves the employees of the enterprise and which offers similar features and services as the Internet Close Window

Inter-connected network within one organization that uses Web technologies for the sharing of information internally, not world wide. Such information might include organization policies and procedures, announcements, or information about new products.

a private network inside a company or organisation that uses the same kinds of software that you would find on the public Internet, but only for its internal use.

Any network that provides similar services within an organization to those provided by the Internet outside it but which is not necessarily connected to the Internet. The most common example is the use by a company of one or more World Wide Web servers on an internal TCP/IP (Transmission Control Protocol over Internet Protocol). (While TCP and IP specify two protocols at specific protocol layers, TCP/IP is often used to refer to the entire protocol suite based upon the network for distribution of information within the organization.)

A network that uses common Internet-based technology, but is internal to a specific organizational structure and is secured from or disconnected from the global Internet.

A network operating like the World Wide Web but having access restricted to a limited group of authorized users (such as employees of a company).

A private, internal network that uses software and technology similar to the public Internet. Intranets are used by companies or organizations to link employees or members.

Internal network with Web like operations.

A secure, private network shared by a group of users. An Intranet uses the same type of protocols (TCP/IP) and software found on the public Intranet.

A network serving a single organization or site that is modeled after the Internet, allowing users access to almost any information available on the network.

An Intranet is a private network within an organization that utilizes the same technology as the Internet. It enables an organization's employees, partners and other authorized personnel to share its resources privately without public access.

An internal network, using Internet technology, encased behind an enterprise's firewall. This allows the use of private websites that only people with access to a particular company or organization can see.

A private network inside an organisation that uses Internet technology for internal company use only.

Web site or group of Web sites belonging to an organisation and accessible only to the organisation's employees or those authorised.

A private network inside a company or organization that uses the same kinds of software that found on the public Internet but is only for internal use. Typically composed of Web-based tools, Internet-aware applications, and other network-oriented applications. Uses TCP/IP protocols.

Web-based information stored on a local server that is available to everyone with a network connection to the server.

A network within an organization that uses Internet technologies (such a Web browser for viewing information) and protocols (such as TCP/IP), but is available only to certain people, such as employees of a company. Also called a private network. Some intranets offer access to the Internet, but such connections are directed through a Firewall.

An internal network that looks and acts like the World Wide Web. Intranets allow companies to take advantage of Web-based technology and create a private means of sharing data and applications among their networked users.

A network inside a company or organization that uses the same kinds of software found on the Internet, but is only for internal use. A company web server available only to employees would be an Intranet. See Also: Internet, internet, Network

A network set up using Internet technology that is not accessible via the Internet. Usually refers to a private network set up for a business or company.

A large LAN, usually refers to an organization's private, little Internet.

The Intranet is essentially a private Internet operating on a company's internal network. Intranets exploit the incredibly popular and low-cost Internet tools to gain strategic advantage over competitors, cut costs, and improve operational effectiveness. An Intranet typically has three features lacking on the Internet: speed, security and control. Many company's use the Intranet for publishing corporate documents, phone directories, employee information such as benefits, job postings and employee bulletins. Many companies also incorporate employee training, featuring audio and visual tours of the company and mission statements from company leaders. The Intranet can also provide a universal data entry for employee database changes, 401k enrollment, W4 Forms, etc.

A Local Area Network (LAN) that functions to assist employees with internal business procedures. An intranet is n internal Internet used within the confines of a company, university or organization.

An internal local area network, private to a corporation or other organization.

An intranet is a restricted-access network that works like the Web, but isn't on it. Usually owned and managed by a company, an intranet enables a company to share its resources with its employees without confidential information being made available to everyone with Internet access.

A company's private network used for internal communication use.

A website that is accessible only to people with computers on a company's private, secure network. Intranets can also restrict access to users who have valid usernames and passwords only. Authorized users are able to access special web pages and downloads – like documents – that users without authorization may not access.

A private network of various computers within an organization. An Intranet is used to share company information and computing resources among employees. An Intranet uses regular Internet protocols and in general looks like a private version of the Internet.

An internal Internet where the information is only available to people working in a particular organisation. Many government departments, educational institutions and commercial enterprises have Intranets which allow their staff to share information without the public gaining access.

While similar to the Internet, this is a private, network within a company or other organization. For example, the network can include a Web server that the company can use to post policy and information that employees can view in a Web browser.

An intranet is a 'private internet', that can provide a powerful means of communication within a company or a group of trading partners.

A private network that is not connected to the internet but which uses internet technologies. The Met Office intranet is called Metnet.

corporate network that can only be accessed by employees. If third parties have access, it is called an extranet.

A group of connected networks owned by a single company or organization.

A private internal network that uses Internet technology to connect users. It provides a secure connection protected by a firewall, and allows access only to those of the same company or organization.

A private network that uses and looks the same as the software and protocols used by the Internet. Intranets are usually used within a corporation to share personnel information, schedules, and other company sensitive information.

A private network inside a company or organization that uses the same types of software that you would find on the public Internet, but is only for internal use.

A private network, usually in business.

Closed data network (non-public) linking a number of sites. Could be regarded as an 'internal Internet'.

A private network or web site. An intranet uses the same kinds of software that you would find on the public Internet, but is protected against public access by any number of means.

A private network inside a company or organization that connect their internal computers together in a fashion similar to the Internet.

A network of computers that share information, usually within an organisation. Access normally requires a password and is limited to a defined range of users

Intranet is the implementation of Internet technologies on a private network within a corporate organization. The intranet may link to the Internet but access from the Internet to the intranet is blocked. Intranets help employees collaborate on business processes by providing ready access to the information and people necessary to carry out these processes. Sometimes referred to as a collaborative workspace, a company portal, an information management system, or a knowledge base.

In-house or inter-corporate use of popular Web browsers and Internet protocols to communicate, share files and view documents. (basically a LAN network)

A private internal network based on TCP/IP, usually for the information of staff within a business or an organisation.

A part of the Internet or part of the Web used internally within a company or organization.

LAN or WAN that is owned by a company or organization, and is only accessible to people working internally. It is protected from outside intrusion by a combination of firewalls and other security measures.

The term internet spelled with a small "i" refers to networks connected to one another. "The Internet" is not the only internet.

A network of networks that interconnects within a single organization. The sites within an Intranet are generally closed to the Internet and are accessible only from within the organization.

A private network inside a company or organization, which uses software like that used on the Internet, but is for internal use only, and is not accessible to the public. Companies

An internal network based on a set of TCP/IP protocols that belong to a specific organization. An organization's intranet is typically protected by a firewall to prevent unauthorized access. Only Internet clients behind the firewall or with the appropriate authorization are granted access to an intranet.

Intranet is capitalized only at the beginning of a sentence or as part of a title, etc. However, Internet is always capitalized.

A private, internal, network using the same types of software used on the Internet. An internal internet. (See also: internet, Internet, Network)

A network that is used for internal use by an organisation connecting computers and networks together using a similar system to the Internet.

(1) A local area network that may not be connected to the Internet, but which has some similar functions. Some organisations set up web servers on their own internal networks to enable employees to have access to the organisation's web documents; (2) A network of networks within an organisation.

A private network that is inside a company or organization. It uses the same kinds of software that you would find on the Internet, but is only for their internal use.

A network or collection of networks within a company. Typically, the machines on an Intranet are only accessible to people within the company (in essence, a "private InterNet"). Networks within an IntraNet are often connected using routers.

An internal computer network owned by a company or institution and accessible only to designated staff.

A network created and used by an organization that works similarly to the Internet. It is only accessible to computers on that network and not to the Internet users at large.

A private network that allows users in a company to access data using a Web browsers.  It looks like a World Wide Web site but is strictly internal and doesn't actually connect to the Internet

A private network in which access is limited to authorized users.

a localized or internal network, based on the same protocols as the internet, but limited to, perhaps, company-wide usage.

A type of network which tends to by used by companies to provide access to and share information with members of the organisation. Intranets are similar to the internet itself, but private and secured against unauthorised access.

A large private company network often spanning many countries

A private network based on Internet protocols such as TCP/IP but designed for information management within a company or organization. Its uses include such services as document distribution, software distribution, access to databases, and training. An intranet is so called because it looks like a World Wide Web site and is based on the same technologies, yet is strictly internal to the organization and is not connected to the Internet proper. Some intranets also offer access to the Internet, but such connections are directed through a firewall that protects the internal network from the external Web.

A private network within an organisation. Intranets frequently use internet protocols to deliver content. Often protected from the internet by firewalls.

A local network that uses Internet e-mail and web browser applications to support a company or school. Access to information and resources is limited to those within the organization and to no one else.

A company's internal Web site accessed only by those within the company or who have obtained permission to do so.

Unlike the Internet, an intranet is a network which has limited access. Intranets are usually found within organisations. NHSnet is an intranet.

A network within an organization that uses Internet technologies to connect its employees and customers to the organization.

Not a misspelling of Internet; rather, an internal information utility that links an organization's workstations, online systems, and databases, using the same protocol, e-mail, and world wide web standards as the Internet. It can span secure departmental LAN s, and is protected from the Internet at large by a firewall.

Closed network limited to a single organisation that uses Internet technology and standards. Access to Intranet is restricted and strictly controlled. Internet allows an organise to standardise its networking requirements on a global basis in a cost-effective manner.

A private version of the Internet that lets people within an organization exchange data using popular Internet tools, such as browsers.

An internal Internet that uses Web-based applications to smooth business processes, streamline administrative tasks, and keep pace with e-business.

restricted network, usually within a company

A private network of machines, for example in an organisation or company, that uses Web technologies to share information.

A private network contained within an enterprise. Its main purpose is to share company information and computing resources among all employees. You can store OrgPublisher organization charts on your intranet for easy company-wide access.

A network for a company or organization that is designed for internal rather than public use. Intranets are often placed behind firewalls for security.

A private network within an organisation that uses internet technology. An Intranet behaves exactly like the internet in that you can retrieve pages from servers, the difference is that it is not part of the internet, and cannot be accessed from outside the organisation.

a private network that uses the same technology as the web, but is restricted to company use. All the benefits of the web inside your business.

1. Information made available to a limited set of users-usually within a corporation, government entity, or educational institution-that is often coded with HTML, and viewed with a browser. 2. (IRM) A web site or group of web sites internal to an organization.

Internal network that applies Internet technologies; used to make company information accessible to employees and facilitate working in groups. 9.20, 10.8

An Intranet is nothing more than a private Internet, LAN or WAN, that enables the use of Internet based applications in a secure and private environment. As on the public Internet, Intranets can host Web servers, FTP servers, and any other IP-based services.

A private corporate network providing Internet-like functions and applications to internal users. Occasionally referred to as intranetwork. See also Extranet.

Internal, in-company Internet networks for routine communications, fostering group communications, providing uniform computer applications, distributing the latest software, or informing colleagues of marketing developments and new product launches. p. 551

Similar to Extranet except meant for internal staff use only. An intranet provides a secure area for the sharing of sensitive information, documents, data and contacts. A private web based enviroment accessible from anywhere there is an internet connected computer present. We provide Extranet solutions with all of the above and more. Contact us for more information.

Essentially a private Internet. It makes use of the same technology as the Internet but is used to establish a network that is private to a company or organisation. People outside the organisation cannot access it.

common name for a local network set up to serve a closed group such as a school. Often it will include a Web server, which contains pertinent information such as school documents, bulletin boards, health and safety information etc.

A network based on the same technical standards as the Internet, but designed for use within a single organization. Intranets are rapidly replacing proprietary networks in companies because they are generally simpler and cheaper to administer.

A private network inside an organization or company that uses the same kinds of software that you would find on the public Internet, but that is only for internal use.

An Intranet is like having your own private area on the Internet; you can post information to it and only those people whom you allow to access it can view it. Many organizations use Intranets to share information, such as company holidays, human resource policies or client files, with employees. It is especially useful if you have people from different offices working together.

A private network that employs Internet Technology. Usually the network will be restricted to a single organisation. The prime Internet technology that distinguishes an Intranet from a normal local area network is the use of the Web. More Details.

A network or infrastructure used primarily for internal communication, usually using web technology.

Private computer networks that use Internet protocols and Internet-derived technologies, including World Wide Web browsers. Web servers and Web languages, to facilitate collaborative data sharing within an enterprise.

A closed network within an organization which utilizes Web and e-mail technologies to create an enterprise-wide version of the Internet, with different departments, for instance, having their own Web sites. Intranets are increasingly being used as delivery channels for decision support systems.

A privately owned network that makes use of Internet technology and applications to meet the needs of an enterprise. It resides entirely within a department or company, providing communication and access to information, similar to the Internet, with Web pages, and so on for internal use only.

intranet An organizational network, usually belonging to a corporation, connecting computers using a standardized network protocol. The network is accessible only by the organization's members, employees, or others with authorization. An intranet's web sites look and act just like web sites on the internet, but specific access controls prevent unauthorized access. Source: Framework for Government On-Line: Tier Two Guidelines

A privately maintained internal network that connects computers via the TCP/IP protocol.

A Web-style network that sits within the boundaries of a single company. However, many Intranets span more than one location (for companies with more than one office)

An Intranet is a collection of services that use an Internet as the underlying communications technology, designed to support business operations and applications. Basically just another buzzword, like enterprise computing, and mission-critical applications.

A private network (can be either LAN or WAN) of resources that is the same in look, feel and software use as the World Wide Web but whose use is limited to those who have access to the network. Most often used by larger businesses such as corporations for providing internal information services such as product data for sales staff. Using open source tools such as Linux and Apache web server they can be developed very economically for even the small to mid-sized business and can be an invaluable tool to gain competitive advantage.

A private network inside a company or organization. (See also extranet)

A private company network based on Internet technologies: Web, e-mail, etc. When accessed from outside, it becomes an extranet.

A private network inside a company or an organization that uses the same kinds of software that would be found on the public Internet, but that is for internal use only. As the Internet has become more popular, many of the tools used on the Internet are being used in private networks. For example, many companies have web servers that are available only to employees. The use of TCP/IP communications and shared server-based resources within a local- or wide-area network can provide an efficient mechanism for sharing web page documents, database access, e-mail, and access to a range of multi-media resources. Note: an "Intranet" may not actually be an internet--it may simply be a network. See network, internet, and Internet.