Discover how to develop solutions that interoperate between the Microsoft .NET Framework and Java 2 Enterprise Edition (J2EE) and expand your customer reach in the process. Whether you have a background in .NET or Java, this invaluable reference presents numerous interoperability techniques and solutions you can implement in your own applications, including security, routing, and transaction Web services. Author Simon Guest maintains a neutral stance while detailing the pros and cons, best practices, and workarounds of each strategy or solution presented. Abundant code samples and popular third-party interoperability products, such as GLUETM from The Mind ElectricTM (TME), help illustrate even the most complex compatibility practices. The companion CD includes the Microsoft Web Services Enhancements (WSE), Ja.NET bridging software from Intrinsyc, and the TME GLUE Web Services Toolkit.