1. APIs (Application Programming Interfaces) are becoming very popular in Web orientated business models. Briefly outline the FOUR (4) different business models commonly used. (15 marks)

2. There is considerable debate in the industry with regard to the relative merits of Web Services and REST for application integration. Briefly describe the advantages and disadvantages of each technique. (15 marks)

Cloud Computing

3. Use a diagram to describe the Services Orientated Architecture (SOA) Meta-model proposed by David Linthicum. Briefly describe how this model depicts a loosely coupled architecture. (15 marks)

4. Why is a (Services Oriented Architecture) SOA necessary to leverage the advantages of Cloud Computing? Give a brief example.