A standard way of integrating web-based applications using XML, SOAP and other open standards over an Internet connection.
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(In topic `Web Development`) Web Services represent an extension of the concept of off-the-shelf software to that of software delivered as a service. They are building blocks that enable developers to build and aggregate applications and services from local and remote resources for a range of clients. By requiring systems that are loosely coupled, ...
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The set of interfaces and protocols for application-to-application communication via the World Wide Web. These are essentially peer to peer services as distinct from the older client (browser) / server relationships. XML provides the meta-language for communication, WSDL describes the services available and SOAP typically provides the access protocol. More about Web Services from W3C and WebServices.Org.
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A concept that describes the delivery of applications to users via the web. Rather than buying the applications, the users rent the service so to speak. This is a hot area of IT.
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