XML-based web services

XML-based web services are tools that allow different computer programs to communicate over the internet using a standard language called XML (eXtensible Markup Language). They enable systems created by different developers or organizations to share data and functions reliably, regardless of their underlying technology. By sending requests and receiving responses formatted in XML, these services facilitate seamless integration and data exchange, supporting tasks like online shopping, banking, or booking systems. Essentially, XML-based web services act as common language bridges, ensuring diverse software systems can understand and work with each other efficiently.