Defined term

Extranet

Extranet: A computer network that an organization uses for application data traffic between the organization and its business partners.

Verified
📚 Multi-Source
Infrastructure

Definition

A computer network that an organization uses for application data traffic between the organization and its business partners.

Alternative Definitions

Definition 2

A private network that uses Web technology, permitting the sharing of portions of an enterprise’s information or operations with suppliers, vendors, partners, customers, or other enterprises. (CNSSI-4009) (NISTIR)

Source: The Cyber GlossaryType: external

Sources

1
Committee on National Security Systems Glossary CNSSI 4009-2015
View Source
2
The Cyber Glossary
View Source

Continue Research

Browse the full glossary for adjacent terms, or subscribe for updates when definitions and sources are expanded.