However, with the implementation of a new, simple protocols such as REST, and major companies supporting SOA, the time is now right to adopt this standard. This book will show you how to build SOA, web-based services applications using Java. You will find when SOA is the best choice for your application, how to design a sound architecture, and then implement your design using Java. This book covers the important web services protocols: XML-over-HTTP, REST, and SOAP. You will learn how to develop web services at all levels of complexity and for all types of business situations. What you will learn from this book? Understand importance of Client / Server Architecture and Service Oriented ArchitectureImplement web services with different levels of complexity and flexibility of use JavaLearn major web services platforms available in the world of Java, the JAX WAS 2.0, Apache Axis, Spring, and XFireLearn core concept of SOA, business layer, with aid real-world case studies and a strong understanding examplesBuild into building effective SOA applications with Java Web Services Approach This book is a description of how to implement SOA using Java with the help of real-world examples.