extranet
an intranet that is partially accessible to authorized persons outside of a company or organization.
Origin of extranet
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British Dictionary definitions for extranet
/ (ˈɛkstrəˌnɛt) /
computing an intranet that is modified to allow outsiders access to it, esp one belonging to a business that allows access to customers
Origin of extranet
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Scientific definitions for extranet
[ ĕk′strə-nĕt′ ]
An extension of an institution's intranet, enabling communication between the institution and people it deals with, often by providing limited access to its intranet.
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