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What is an endpoint in WCF?

Updated May 6, 2026

Short answer

An endpoint defines where and how a WCF service can be accessed.

Deep explanation

An endpoint consists of Address, Binding, and Contract (ABC). It defines service location, communication protocol, and operations exposed.

Real-world example

A payment service exposing SOAP endpoint for clients.

Common mistakes

  • Ignoring binding configuration while defining endpoints.

Follow-up questions

  • What is ABC model?
  • Can a service have multiple endpoints?

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