1. The document describes steps to create an intranet portal site using Microsoft SharePoint, including starting SharePoint services, creating web applications, site collections, and a shared service provider (SSP). 2. Exercises include starting services, creating a portal site web application and site collection, creating a "My Site" web application for personal sites, and configuring the first SSP using the portal site and "My Site". 3. Upon completion, the SSP administration site and sample administrator "My Site" can be tested to confirm successful configuration of the intranet portal.