Secure your web services with Microsoft WSE
Microsoft WSE provides a secure environment for developing web services.
Microsoft WSE includes a toolkit of security features such as digital signatures, encryption, and security token support. These features allow developers to create web services that are secure and easy to manage.
Additionally, Microsoft WSE provides developers with tools for building reliable messaging applications. These tools enable developers to build web services that can reliably send and receive messages over a network, even in the face of network outages or other disruptions.
Microsoft WSE is a powerful and flexible toolset for creating secure and reliable web services that can be used by a wider range of applications and platforms. Its ease of use and scalability make it an ideal solution for enterprise-level web services development.
Overview
Microsoft WSE is a Shareware software in the category Security developed by Microsoft.
The users of our client application UpdateStar have checked Microsoft WSE for updates 283 times during the last month.
The latest version of Microsoft WSE is 3.0.5305.0, released on 02/18/2008. It was initially added to our database on 10/29/2007. The most prevalent version is 3.0.5305.0, which is used by 100% of all installations.
Microsoft WSE runs on the following operating systems: Windows. The download file has a size of 11985408MB.
Users of Microsoft WSE gave it a rating of 2 out of 5 stars.
Pros
- Provides a robust framework for building secure Web services
- Supports industry-standard security protocols such as WS-Security, WS-Policy, and WS-Trust
- Integrates well with other Microsoft development tools and technologies
- Offers comprehensive documentation and support from Microsoft
Cons
- Compatibility issues with newer versions of Windows operating systems
- Limited community support compared to other open-source alternatives
- Complex configuration and setup process for securing web services
FAQ
What is Microsoft WSE?
Microsoft WSE stands for Web Services Enhancements, which is a set of add-ons for Microsoft Visual Studio .NET that provides developers with the ability to create secure web services.
What version of .NET Framework is compatible with Microsoft WSE?
Microsoft WSE is compatible with .NET Framework 1.1 and 2.0.
What are the features of Microsoft WSE?
Microsoft WSE includes features such as support for WS-Security, WS-Trust, WS-SecureConversation and WS-Policy.
What is WS-Security?
WS-Security is a specification that defines how to encrypt and sign SOAP messages for secure exchange between applications.
What is WS-Trust?
WS-Trust is a specification that defines how to establish trust relationships for secure message exchange.
What is WS-SecureConversation?
WS-SecureConversation is a specification that defines how to establish secure communication sessions between applications.
What is WS-Policy?
WS-Policy is a specification that defines how to describe the capabilities and requirements of web services.
How can I install Microsoft WSE?
You can download and install Microsoft WSE from the Microsoft Download Center.
Is Microsoft WSE still supported by Microsoft?
No, Microsoft WSE is no longer supported by Microsoft. Developers are recommended to use Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) instead.
Is there any alternative to Microsoft WSE?
Yes, Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) is a recommended alternative to Microsoft WSE for building secure web services.
Pete Milner
I'm Pete, a software reviewer at UpdateStar with a passion for the ever-evolving world of technology. My background in engineering gives me a unique insight into the intricacies of software, allowing me to provide in-depth, knowledgeable reviews and analyses. Whether it's the newest software releases, tech innovations, or the latest trends, I'm here to break it all down for you. I work from UpdateStar’s Berlin main office.
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