Contrary to what was believed previously, common bacteria that cause infections such as colds and strep throats can persist for long periods on surfaces like furniture and toys. This new knowledge may affect protocols at hospitals and daycares on how to reduce infections. Image via Flickr user Foto Jenny.
The end user is the individual who uses a product after it has been fully developed and marketed.
Endpoints on Applications. An application endpoint is based on an abstract definition, such as a Web service, and can be either a provider or consumer endpoint. A provider endpoint identifies an addressable location that provides a service. The provider endpoint represents this service as a small solid shape on the application shape.