Embedd_0913
Embedd_0913

Reputation: 16565

When should I use Message Contracts instead of DataContract and why?

Can anyone please tell me when should I use MessageContracts and when should I use DataContracts and why ? As I write my wcf service , I always use DataContract but don't know the use of MessageContracts . Please someone elaborate..

Upvotes: 6

Views: 457

Answers (1)

John Saunders
John Saunders

Reputation: 161831

Use Message Contracts when you need more control. In particular, to specify Headers.

Upvotes: 4

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