Chapter 1. Introduction to Adapter Technology

“I am interested in what happens to people when they must adapt to a new world.”

Jean Renoir, Film Director

IN THIS CHAPTER

We, the humble folks in the world of IT, have to adapt to new technologies constantly. Adapter technology is one such technology we need to confront as part of any e-Business projects and initiatives. Although it is not really new, it is getting a lot of attention for the first time. This chapter presents the concept of an adapter and the different integration scenarios in which adapters are required.

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