Internet2 is a non-profit technology community founded in 1996, serving U.S. research and education organizations. It provides a collaborative environment for its members - including higher education institutions, research organisations, government agencies, regional networks, and corporations - to address shared technology challenges and develop innovative solutions.
The organisation's core offerings span several technical domains: networking, trust and identity solutions, cloud services, research engagement, and cybersecurity. Its flagship product is the National Research and Education Network, a high-speed, secure network built specifically for research and education use. Internet2 also delivers trust and identity management services, a portfolio of cloud solutions, security services tailored to the research and education sector, and community-building programs designed to foster collaboration among its members.
Operating as a mission-driven non-profit, Internet2 focuses on advancing research, education, and community service through its technology programmes and collaborative initiatives across the United States.
