Similarities between Internet and Intranet

·        Intranet uses the internet protocols such as TCP/IP and FTP.

·        Intranet sites are accessible via the web browser in a similar way as websites in the internet. However, only members of Intranet network can access intranet hosted sites.

·        In Intranet, own instant messengers can be used as similar to yahoo messenger/gtalk over the internet.

Differences between Internet and Intranet

·        Internet is general to PCs all over the world whereas Intranet is specific to few PCs.

·        Internet provides a wider and better access to websites to a large population, whereas Intranet is restricted.

·        Internet is not as safe as Intranet. Intranet can be safely privatized as per the need.