Visual Basic Reference

CWDataSocket Overview

Transfers live measurement data between applications over the Internet.

• Read and write data between different data sources and targets.
• Specify data sources and targets through a URL scheme, just like you access Web pages in a Web browser.
• Single, simple API to access OPC, HTTP, FTP, logos, and file servers.
• DataSocket Transfer Protocol (DSTP) to exchange data of any type using DataSocket servers.
• Browsing features to help you quickly locate data items on other computers and servers.