An extranet is
A)a web-monitoring tool that provides an "extra net" of protection against malware and viruses.
B)a restricted website available to employees and to outside parties by invitation only.
C)another name for a social network such as LinkedIn or Facebook.
D)another name for the hidden internet,which standard search engines do not reach.
E)a network tool that allows employers to "ping" website users and monitor their activity.

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An extranet is a private network that is extended to outside parties or external users such as suppliers, vendors, or clients providing them access to authorized parts of a company’s intranet. An extranet can be accessed via login credentials by invitation only, and it helps in streamlining communication, collaboration and sharing of information, documents, and data across the supply chain or partnerships.

An Extranet Is