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INTERNETAKTIV - Detailed description

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Overview

Parameters:INTERNETAKTIV
Category: Custom
Default value: 1
Product: eTASK.Other (Custom)

What does this parameter do?

Determines whether the eTASK portal has Internet access on the server. If there is no Internet connection, certain background processes are automatically disabled to prevent delays or error messages. In particular, this parameter controls the availability of map features, external login services, and other functions that rely on online resources.

What is this parameter used for?

  • Preventing timeouts when there is no internet connection

  • Optimizing load times in offline environments

  • Reducing unnecessary network requests in isolated environments

  • Stabilizing portal operation with limited connectivity

Technical Details (for Administrators)

Format: Integer
Default value: 1

Valid values:

  • 0 = No Internet access - Online features are disabled

  • 1 = Internet access available - All features active (default)

Important notes:

  • If the value is 0, map scripts are not loaded

  • Google login and Azure AD login are only enabled when the value is 1

  • Changing the value does not require a restart, but the change only takes effect on new page loads

  • This parameter prevents delays caused by timeouts on blocked external requests

  • In isolated environments, the value should be set to 0

  • Deactivation only affects internet-dependent features; the portal remains fully functional

Interaction with other parameters:

  • GOOGLECLIENTID: Google login is only available when INTERNETACTIVE = 1

  • AZURELOGINACTIVE: Azure AD login also requires INTERNETAKTIV = 1

  • AZURECLIENTID / AZURETENANTID: These parameters are only used when the internet is active

When should you change this value?

Leave the value set to 1 (Internet access available) if:

  • The server has direct or proxy-mediated internet access

  • Map features for buildings and properties are to be used

  • External login services (Google, Azure AD) are used

  • No firewall restrictions are blocking internet access

  • Default configuration for most installations

Set value to 0 (No Internet access) if:

  • The server is operated in an isolated network without internet access

  • Firewall rules generally block external connections

  • Delays or timeouts occur due to blocked external requests

Important Notes

  1. Impact on Map Features
    When set to 0, no map-based functions are loaded. Building selection and property management continue to function, but without a visual map view.

  2. External login services
    Google Login and Azure AD Login are automatically hidden when INTERNETAKTIV is set to 0. Users must then log in with standard login credentials.

  3. Performance optimization
    In environments without internet access, this parameter prevents long loading times caused by timeout delays when external resources are blocked.

  4. No Immediate Effects
    The change takes effect only on new page views. Pages that have already loaded retain their previous configuration until the next reload.

  5. Full functionality even offline
    The portal remains fully functional even when INTERNETAKTIV = 0. Only features that are strictly dependent on external online services are deactivated.

Security

Does changing this parameter affect security?

No, changing this parameter has no impact on security.

Restricting access to the Internet is achieved technically and is only documented here. Changing the value has no effect on the availability of a connection.

Practical example

Initial situation: A customer operates the eTASK portal in a secure network without Internet access. Users complain about long loading times when opening pages with building views. The cause is timeouts when attempting to load map resources from external servers.

Configuration: The administrator sets INTERNETAKTIV from 1 to 0.

After the change:

  • Map scripts are no longer loaded

  • No more timeout delays when loading pages

  • The login page now displays only local authentication methods

  • Faster loading times due to the removal of blocked resources

  • Building management continues to function via lists and forms

Result: Significantly improved performance, eliminated timeout errors, higher user satisfaction. The map features are not missed, as alternative navigation methods are available.

Alternative scenarios:

Scenario A - Proxy configuration:

  • Server has Internet access only via proxy

  • Leave INTERNETAKTIV set to 1

  • Configure proxy settings in the operating system

  • All features work as usual

For standard installations:1(Internet access available)

Reason:

  • Enables full use of all portal features

  • Map-based building selection improves user-friendliness

  • External login services offer modern SSO options

  • Standard configuration for most enterprise environments

  • Makes optimal use of modern web technologies

Exceptions (value 0 recommended):

  • High-security environments: critical infrastructure without internet access

  • Air-gapped systems: Fully isolated networks without external connections

  • Firewall restrictions: Strict corporate policies block external traffic

  • Performance issues: Timeout delays caused by blocked Internet connections

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