Architecture selection
Let's look at how these candidate architecture technologies stack up against each other. We can break down the primary benefits and risks of each choice as follows:
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BizTalk Server | |
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Benefits Out-of-box adapters for SQL Server and SharePoint Robust enterprise-class hosting infrastructure for processes exposed as WCF Services Built-in admin tool with extensive monitoring information |
Risks Additional licensing costs Large learning curve for development, monitoring, and operations Large infrastructure requirements |
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Windows Server AppFabric | |
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Benefits Robust hosting environment Easy configuration-based tracking and monitoring options including detailed message bodies Low cost of ownership Leverage existing hardware |
Risks New technology could face some breaking-in issues Learning curve for development, monitoring, and operations |
A key benefit of using .NET 4.0 and Windows Server AppFabric is its light-weight solution without extensive additional software expenditures...
