Webservices by design should be stateless for maximum efficeincy. Open it
in your webmethod, use it and close it all within the method. Let the
connection pooling look after itself unless you are receiving problems..
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Regards
John Timney
Microsoft Regional Director
Microsoft MVP
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What is the best way to handle database connections within a Web Service?
I'd like to pool connections for optimum efficiency.