Intranet Installation

Introduction

Most libraries are now as at a stage in their information technology plan whereby a network is already in place within the institution. If this is the case, then the introduction and installation of an Intranet is relatively easy. However, if the library does not have the means to support an Intranet then all the considerations laid out in defining what a network (LAN) is must be acquired in order to make an Intranet possible.

Networking requirements for intranets are dependent on two areas: the TCP/IP suite of protocols and the evolving technologies of the World Wide Web. One way to create an Intranet is to implement these network standards within your organization. It would be the preferred method if you are installing a network for the first time simply because connectivity between your library and the rest of the Internet would be less complicated. If you already have a significant investment in a non-TCP/IP environment, such as Novell Netware, there are products available (routers & switches) that allow Intranets to be installed without replacing your existing NOS. Either way, Intranets in a library are possible, it is simply a matter of acquiring the proper network configuration, server, clients, tools and security to make it possible.

Contents

Table of Contents

Part 1: Intranets Philosophy Structure Part 2: Intranet Installation Basic Network Configuration Server Client Publishing Applications Security Conclusion References