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Which of the following best describes an extranet?

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Effective use of the internet

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Which of the following best describes an extranet?.

  1. A.A private network accessible only within an organization
  2. B.A global network connecting millions of computers
  3. C.A controlled network allowing access to external users
  4. D.A collection of web pages accessed via browsers

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Internet Networks and Platforms

The internet is a global network connecting computers worldwide. An intranet is a private network within an organization, and an extranet allows controlled access to outsiders. Common online platforms include blogs, forums, wikis, and social networks.

  1. a

    Define Define the term 'extranet'.

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  2. b

    Identify Identify two types of online platforms and briefly describe their main purpose.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

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