The Windows Communication Foundation (WCF) WEB HTTP programming model provides the basic elements required to build WEB HTTP services with WCF. WCF WEB HTTP services are designed to be accessed by the widest range of possible clients.

ASP.NET Web API is a framework that makes it easy to build HTTP services that reach a broad range of clients, including browsers and mobile devices. ASP.NET Web API is an ideal platform for building RESTful applications on the .NET Framework.

In this whitepaper, we'll cover the fundamental REST design principles and show you how to build RESTful services with Windows Communication Foundation (WCF), the WCF REST Starter Kit, and ADO.NET Data Services.