ASP.NET by Example

Summary

Although we have focused on the implementation of Web Services using Microsoft's ASP.NET architecture, similar technologies provided by both Sun and IBM exist for those enmeshed in the world of Java programming. Although at the time of this writing these tools were, at least in this author's opinion, less well-integrated and “user-friendly” than their Microsoft counterparts, it is important even for dyed-in-the-wool Microsoft-only developers to realize that it is relatively easy for Web Services to be created and consumed by applications written using different platforms and tools.

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