Web Services
Web services are software components that can be executed over the Internet via XML interfaces. These software components are accessed through specific transport protocols, such as HTTP, SMTP, FTP, and so on. The software components have the ability to exchange data and information with each other across firewalls and different platforms without requiring human intervention.
But why do we need Web services? To answer this question, let us look at the changing scenario of business-to-business (B2B) communication.
Web Services and B2B Communication: The Evolving Scenario
All businesses have suppliers and consumers. It is critical for the success of a business to have effective communication systems with its business counterparts.
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