Almost unknown thanks to the buzz surrounding WebServices, Windows Services present a powerful new opportunity for RAD developers in the .NET world. The ability to build and deploy a Windows Service using the .NET framework provides developers the opportunity to significantly enhance automation efforts in their enterprise. Understanding the right architecture and development practices can make the difference between a successful service and a resource hog. In this article Cos Callis describes the considerations that you need to account for in your design and provides you with a template for an efficient "watcher" style service.
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