Internet2 is a non-profit technology community founded in 1996 and operating across the United States. It serves a membership that includes universities, government agencies, regional networks, and corporations in the research and education sectors. The organisation's core mission is to provide a collaborative environment where these institutions can address shared technology challenges and develop solutions supporting research, education, and community service.
The organisation's work spans several technical domains: network infrastructure, trust and identity solutions, cloud programs and services, research engagement initiatives, and security services. Its offerings include the National Research and Education Network, a high-speed network built specifically for research and education, alongside identity and access management services, cloud solutions, and security services tailored to the same sectors.
Internet2's model centres on community building. Its programs are designed to foster collaboration among a diverse membership base. The organisation operates at the intersection of higher education, research, and government, developing technology and services that address needs specific to these sectors rather than serving a general commercial market.
