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what is the difference between <osgi:reference> and <osgi:service> in spring DM


what is the difference between <osgi:reference> and <osgi:service> in the xml config file of spring DM.


Solution

  • <osgi:reference> can be used to get a reference to existing OSGi service so your bean can use it.

    <osgi:service> can be used to export a bean as an OSGi service so it can be used by others.