Internet vs. Extranet

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Internet and Extranet Definitions
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What is Internet
The Internet is a global network of computing systems that are connected to each other and help in providing information to everyone who has access. When a web address is entered, the internet makes use of an internet protocol address which tells the exact location of the computer, and where it is present.
From there it gets the information from sets of devices known as the webserver which can have a domain name and an address which is then displayed with the help of a browser. It has a basic level of security and does not have firewalls to protect it.
There is no requirement of a password to use it and people anywhere, who have the availability of a computer can get all the information that they require.
What is Extranet
An Extranet is best explained as a network that depends on the internet but is restricted to specific users. It is more accurate than intranet in a way that only a few people instead of a particular place can get access. It is protected by a firewall and if the intranet is accessed from the internet to send or receive the information it becomes an extranet.
It is mostly used by businesses and companies who have to share sensitive data with each other. The firewall is used to switch between the internet and intranet and lets only the people who can log in with the help of passwords or by internet protocol addresses. It can be used by individuals or a group of folks depending on the level of requirement.