UAFX Part 82: Networking - OPC Foundation

OPC 10000-82: UAFX Part 82: Networking

Released 1.00.02

2024-02-06

OPC Foundation

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FOREWORD

This specification is the specification for developers of OPC UA applications. The specification is a result of an analysis and design process to develop a standard interface to facilitate the development of applications by multiple vendors that shall inter-operate seamlessly together.

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