What is extranet in SAP CA - Cross-Application Components?

SAP Term: extranet

• Component: CA

• Component Name: Cross-Application Components

• Description: An extension of a company's computer network intranet, which connects the internal network of one company with the intranets of its customers and suppliers.

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• Key Concepts: 
  An extranet is a secure, private network that allows access to authorized users outside of an organization. It is a type of cross-application component in SAP that enables external users to access and interact with internal systems. It provides a secure connection between an organization’s internal network and external users, allowing them to access data and applications without compromising the security of the internal network. 
  
  How to Use It: 
  Extranets can be used to securely share information with external partners, customers, and suppliers. They can also be used to provide access to internal applications and data for external users. To use an extranet, an organization must first set up a secure connection between its internal network and the external user’s computer. Once the connection is established, the user can access the data or applications they need. 
  
  Tips & Tricks: 
  When setting up an extranet, it is important to ensure that only authorized users have access to the data or applications they need. It is also important to ensure that the connection is secure and that all data is encrypted before it is sent over the network. Additionally, it is important to regularly monitor the extranet for any suspicious activity or unauthorized access attempts. 
  
  Related Information: 
  Extranets are just one type of cross-application component in SAP. Other components include Business Intelligence (BI), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP), and Supply Chain Management (SCM). Additionally, SAP offers a variety of security solutions such as Single Sign-On (SSO) and Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) to help protect your extranet from unauthorized access attempts.