Windows Server AppFabric

Windows Server AppFabric is a set of integrated technologies that make it easier to build, scale and manage Web and composite applications that run on IIS.

Read the introductory white paper.

If you are looking for Windows Azure, see the Windows Azure site.

Download Windows Server AppFabric

There are two options for downloading Windows Server AppFabric:

Web Platform Installer: Use this option for a fully integrated setup experience for a stand-alone installation, which includes Windows Server AppFabric.

Direct Download of Windows Server AppFabric: Use this option if you are a developer or IT professional looking to build out a dedicated set of machines.

Windows Server AppFabric Learning Resources

These learning resources apply to Windows Server AppFabric's two core capabilities:

For Web applications, Windows Azure provides caching capabilities to provide high-speed access, scale, and high availability to application data.
For composite applications, Windows Azure makes it easier to build and manage services built using WindowsWorkflow Foundation and Windows Communication Foundation.

Training & Documentation

Samples

White Papers

Hosting Services

Caching

Videos

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