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What is streaming in WCF?
Updated May 6, 2026
Short answer
Streaming allows large data transfer without loading entire message into memory.
Deep explanation
WCF supports streamed transfer mode for efficient handling of large files like videos or images.
Real-world example
File upload/download services.
Common mistakes
- Using buffered mode for large files causing memory issues.
Follow-up questions
- What are streaming modes?
- When to use streaming?