Axia College Material
Appendix F
The Nets Worksheet
Net Type Definition Key Characteristics Use in a
Business Setting
Internet A worldwide network of computers that uses TCP/IP network protocols to facilitate data transmission. • Find information via web search
• Send and receive email via email account
• Used to connect to online schooling or business sites • Use Outlook to send and receive data via Company website
• Complete timesheets
• Create company websites
Intranet A private computer network that uses Internet technologies to share any part of an organization's information or operational systems with its employees in a secure manner. • Great for communicating within organization
• Cost effective
• Secured data accesses by employees by security policy • Provide Knowledge on company items such as memos, policies, manuals, etc
• Use of applications to view information
Extranet a private network that uses Internet protocols, network connectivity, and possibly the public telecommunication system to securely share part of an organization's information or operations with suppliers, vendors, partners, customers or other businesses. • Able to be customized for limited user access to certain data .
• increased efficiency and speed,
• VPN
• Secured by Firewall
• Share data with other company’s
• Able to be accessed via a logon link on company webpage
The Nets Worksheet
Scenario 1
EMH Technologies Corporation has set up a site that allows its employees to view their personal human resource data from remote computers. The site has an area where employees can view job postings within the company and make changes to their contact information. Employees can also sign up for technology courses electronically via the site. What type of network is EMH Technologies Corporation using? Intranet
Scenario 2
Soaps Galore is a small shop in Waterville, Maine that sells handmade soaps, bath products, and creams. Recently, Soaps Galore...