RIA

RICH INTERNET APPLICTION :
Rich Internet Application is a web application resembling the features of a desktop application It provides an end user experience similar to client/server applications supported by rich graphical user interface.
BENEFITS OF RIA :
RIA offers organizations a proven, cost-effective way to deliver modern application with real business benefits
Ø Offer users a richer, more engaging experience
Ø Keep pace with users' rising expectations
Ø Increase customer loyalty and generate higher profits.
Ø Leverage existing personnel ,processes ,and infrastructure.
Ø Highly responsive performance and reduced network load.
Ø Higher, richer and easier levels of interactive functionality.
BENEFITS OF RIA IN SILVERLIGHT :
The emergence of new technologies such Silverlight not only take performance management to the next level, but also enables the user to benefit from 'rich' UI and enhanced performance at the same time. These technologies facilitate the users in various ways
Ø A technology widely known as 'no-refresh', where the transition from one set of information to another is instantaneous and visually more appealing
Ø No major installation required. Updating and distributing the application is an instant and automatic process
Ø Users can use the application from any computer equipped with an Internet connection regardless of the operating system running on that computer
Ø Web-based applications are generally less prone to viral infections contrary to the desktop applications