Middleware

Middleware is specialized software that provides common services and capabilities to applications outside of what’s offered by the operating system. It acts as a bridge that connects different software applications and enables them to communicate and exchange data seamlessly. Middleware is particularly crucial in distributed systems and networked environments, where it ensures that various applications, possibly running on different platforms and using different technologies, can work together efficiently. It supports functionalities like messaging, authentication, data management, and API management, facilitating interoperability and reducing complexity for developers. By handling communication, input/output, and other standard services, middleware allows developers to focus on the specific functionalities of their applications, leading to quicker development and deployment times.