Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Unleashed

Implementing a Partner Extranet Solution

This section demonstrates the process for implementing an extranet solution for collaborating with partners. This particular partner extranet solution sample has the following business requirements:

• Use Windows Authentication for the internal users.

• Use SQL Server Authentication via forms-based authentication (FBA).

• The external URL must be http://partner.companyabc.com for all users accessing the site.

• The Partner team from CompanyXYZ must be able collaborate with the CompanyABC team. Some of the partners must be able to administer and contribute directly to the site.

The partner extranet solution will require the following five major steps:

1. Create the web application using claims-based authentication ...