How This Book Is Structured

This book is divided into three parts, with a total of 13 chapters. The following sections describe each part. The book also has three appendixes, where you'll find a description of the sample application (QuickReturns Ltd), a history of Microsoft web service implementations, and WCF installation information.

Part 1: "Introducing Windows Communication Foundation"

This part of the book introduces web service standards and the fundamental components of SOA. We will also discuss how these principles are illustrated in WCF. Once you understand some of these concepts, including the business and technological factors, you can appreciate the simplicity and flexibility of WCF. Chapter 1 will cover the service standards. ...

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