Intranets use exactly the same tools and technologies as Web sites. Where Web sites are available to anyone, access to intranets is restricted. We've all seen what you can find on Web sites. Products to buy, articles to read, trips to plan, music to listen to, discussions in which to participate, and so on. Intranets, on the other hand, provide information and tools specifically and exclusively for the internal needs of a company.
Document management is one of the most common uses of the intranet.
Documents are found by either browsing through a directory tree or searching by key words or phrases. Intranets are also frequently used to provide group and facility scheduling. Intranets can also be a great storehouse for training materials. New employees with intranet access may view training materials, complete course work electronically, or even watch training videos that are broadcast on the intranet. Electronic collaboration is well-suited to intranets.