Solution Design Considerations for Network Topologies

Because Reporting Services architecture is primarily a Web-based reporting solution, you can deploy it in intranet, extranet, and Internet topologies that rely on browser connections to access centralized content and applications. For intranet deployment, you can use the full range of tools and applications with little or no customization. For best results in an extranet or Internet deployment scenario, you should create or deploy custom features that allow users to access reports and report server items over a public network connection.