intranet

American  

[in-truh-net] / ˈɪn trəˌnɛt /

noun

Digital Technology.

1. a computer network with restricted access, as within a company, that uses software and protocols developed for the internet.

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intranet British  

/ ˈɪntrəˌnɛt /

noun

1. computing an internal network that makes use of internet technology

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intranet Scientific  

/ ĭn′trə-nĕt′ /

1. A privately maintained computer network that only authorized persons can access. Many corporations and institutions, for example, communicate with employees or members through the use of a private intranet.

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Etymology

Origin of intranet

First recorded in 1990–95; intra- ( def. ) + (inter)net ( def. )

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Example Sentences

Owing to stringent security requirements, only a few of these systems are authorized by Congress, and many members use one called Intranet Quorum, made by Leidos, a Virginia-based defense contractor and technology company.

From The New Yorker • Feb. 26, 2017

A slightly larger group of privileged North Koreans can see a tightly controlled Intranet called "Kwangmyong," meaning "Bright."

From Seattle Times • Dec. 23, 2014

There is a plausible reason to knock all the mobile devices off of IBM’s Intranet: security. 

From Forbes • Nov. 19, 2014

"The trial evidence cited in the document confirms that Alan's actions were intended to improve the Internet and Intranet connectivity of Cuba's small, peaceful, non-dissident, Jewish community," Kahn said.

From Reuters • Jan. 21, 2012

Our Intranet site will be completely renovated by the end of the year, as we will be putting the library catalogue on the Intranet.

From Interviews (1998-2001) by Lebert, Marie