A Semantic Web Services Architecture
Massimo Paolucci2005, IEEE Internet Computing
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The Semantic Web Services Initiative Architecture (SWSA) aims to construct a framework that supports Semantic Web services through effective interaction and reasoning among entities. Highlighting the limitations of traditional web services in dynamic environments, the architecture addresses service discovery, engagement, and management within commercial applications and grid computing, emphasizing the importance of adaptable interfaces and interoperability. Furthermore, the framework proposes solutions for security and privacy challenges, aiming at facilitating seamless communication between diverse services.
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