Frequently Asked Questions:
 
Q.  What's the major difference between WebService Cruiser and other web testing tools like LoadRunner and LoadSim, etc.?
A.  WebService Cruiser is designed to test those text-in and text-out based web services and applications, especially XML and SOAP web services/applications. Many other web testing tools like LoadRunner and LoadSim are page based, i.e. they simulate real users using the web applications from browsers. Basically, there is no intersection between WebService Cruiser and others like LoadRunner and LoadSim - they do different jobs and one can not replace the other. WebService Cruiser is mainly for developers.

Also, WebService Cruiser is a web-based testing tool. That means, once it's installed on a server, every developer/tester in the company can access it via web browsers without installing anything on their desktop computer. In other words, , WebService Cruiser is Install Once on the Server, Access From Anywhere via Browsers.

Furthermore, by using HTTPS, developers can access their company's web services safely via Internet, this is especially convenient for people working from home.

Q.  What platforms can WebService Cruiser run?
A.  WebService Cruiser runs on any platforms which can run Java 1.2.2 or later, including Windows NT/2000/XP/98, Linux, Solaris, AIX, HP UX, etc. .

Q.  How many users can use an instance of WebService Cruiser at the same time?
A.  No limit, theoritically. The real constraint is the server's system resource, like memory, CPU, etc.. .