Technical Terms - Internet (A-Z) - Extranet

What is an extranet?

• A search engine

• A public network

• A private intranet partially accessible over the Internet

• A social media platform

How do users typically access an extranet?

• By visiting a web portal in a browser

• By sending an email

• By making a phone call

• By using a messaging app

What technology is commonly used to provide outside users access to an intranet through an extranet?

• Wi-Fi

• Common networking technologies

• Bluetooth

• NFC

How are data transfers typically encrypted in an extranet?

• Using UDP

• Using FTP

• Using TLS

• Using HTTP

What is a common form of extranet used by customers?

• E-commerce websites

• Online forums

• Customer portals

• Social media profiles

What industry commonly uses extranets for supply chain management?

• Education

• Retail

• Healthcare

• Supply chain management

What is a use case for companies involved in joint ventures to use an extranet?

• Sharing memes

• Sharing music playlists

• Sharing confidential information

• Sharing personal photos

What technology has reduced the use of extranets in recent times?

• SaaS and cloud computing platforms

• Virtual reality

• Blockchain

• Artificial intelligence

What security measure is commonly used in extranets to restrict network traffic?

• Spam filters

• Antivirus software

• Firewalls

• Ad blockers

What authentication methods can be used in an extranet?

• Facial recognition

• Multi-factor authentication

• Fingerprint scanning

• Voice recognition