Intranet, which has been constructed for companies to share their data and data process capacity, is a network, which connects computers, local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN) of only a certain organization and is generally TCP/IP based. Briefly, it may be defined as internet inside a corporation. The Intranets are used in teleconference applications and for establishing work teams gathering employees from different departments inside the company or companies. Many protocol applications such as HTTP, FTP etc can be operated via intranets.
Today, source usage via web access inside Intranets is very popular. Internet output from intranets in some institutions via “Firewall” (with some security measures) is also available. Thanks to this, massage traffic in two directions, it can be controlled and security is ensured.
The top point in managing time and space in business is Extranet. In this system, which intranet’s technical substructure and logic are used and only defined and allowed persons can access to, all elements of a business, customers, franchisees, buyers and sellers, may meet in the same medium and use the system by accessing the defined information interactively. This system, which seems a bit complex at first sight, may be designed according to the companies’ activity areas and demands. Thus, the company specifies who it includes into the system, what it presents and how and who may access the system.
This system, which eliminates time and space restrictions and increases efficiency, is spreading over the world rapidly.
The Advancity, which follows the developments in the new economy, serves also via Intranet and Extranet solutions. These systems, which are installed as Web based, are installed inside the company (Intranet) or accessible from everywhere (Extranet) depending on the demand. Thus, you may follow developments relating to your company or connections with your franchisees or customers. In brief, you do not have to be in your office to manage your company by Intranet and Extranet applications.