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Internet
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Intranet
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Extranet
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Definition
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The largest and most well-known
computer network, linking millions of computers all over the world.
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An internal
network that uses internet technology.
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An intranet
that is at least partially accessible to authorized outsiders.
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Types of
users
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Public internet user.
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Accessible only to authorized
employees only.
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Accessible only to company’s
employees and outside authorized partner.
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Usage
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Provide
information for public.
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Provide
information for organization employees such as e-mail.
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Provide
information to suppliers, customers and business partner.
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Security
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Loose –security control is
lower.
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Higher – security control is
higher.
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High – security control are
high.
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Type of
access
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Unlimited.
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Private
and restricted.
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Private
and outside authorized partners.
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Information
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General.
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Specific.
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Shared in authorized
collaborating group.
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Advantages
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1. Easy access to many of information
online.
2. Buy or sell products online.
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Disadvantages
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1. Theft of personal information.
2. Spamming.
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