> They're two different protocols of the stack that play entirely
> different, non-overlapping roles.  Transport is for moving bits
> around the network.  Transfer is for exchanging data between
> applications.  Transfer uses transport.
>
> In OSI-speak (since somebody brought it up) IIOP, SOAP (as commonly
> used), etc.. are layer 5/6 protocols, while transfer protocols are
> layer 7.  That's why I've always got a chuckle about those try to
> put SOAP over HTTP 8-)

I should point out that it was through exchanges with Mark and others
a few years ago that he made me pay attention to the distinction and
the benefits of adhering to that distinction. So thanks Mark.

-Patrick








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