extranet

[ ek-struh-net ]

noun

1. an intranet that is partially accessible to authorized persons outside of a company or organization.

extranet

/ ˈɛkstrəˌnɛt /

noun

1. computing an intranet that is modified to allow outsiders access to it, esp one belonging to a business that allows access to customers

extranet

/ ĕk′strə-nĕt′ /

1. 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.

Word History and Origins

Origin of extranet¹

1995–2000

Word History and Origins

Origin of extranet¹

C20: from extra- + net ¹(sense 8), modelled on intranet

Example Sentences

The WHO, however, issued a news release last week noting a fivefold increase in cyberattacks aimed at its staff and adding, “The leaked credentials did not put WHO systems at risk because the data was not recent. However, the attack did impact an older extranet system, used by current and retired staff as well as partners. WHO is now migrating affected systems to a more secure authentication system.”

From Washington Post

FIFA’s rule book states that team officials must use a “dedicated extranet online registration.”

From Washington Times

FIFA’s rule book states that team officials must use a “dedicated extranet online registration.”

From Seattle Times

All patrol deputies can now search the state’s protective order registry through INcite, the Indiana Court Information Technology Extranet.

From Washington Times

Many large enterprises deploy three kinds of independent access authentication and control systems over their fixed network, Wi-Fi network, and extranet.

From Forbes