RIA clients: Not just for the Web anymore
It's hard to ignore the obvious contrast between the thriving and vibrant Web 2.0 software industry, rife with Ajax-powered web clients, and the too-often slow moving, ponderous Web services and SOA efforts in the mainstream IT community. Rich Internet Applications (RIAs) are getting lots of attention, turning heads with flashy graphics, immersive experiences, and roaming software and information.