Doug,

>>Here's my $0.02 -- listen up, everyone. Read Doug's excellent article on nTier design in the new issue of Code Magazine (on its way to subscribers right now). Very well done.
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>Thanks! That means a lot to me, coming from you.

I meant, of course, very well done (after editing). :-) Just kidding!!!

I think you presented balanced view of a very confusing subject, with plenty of samples and justifications for the approaches you recommended. There are many ways to skin this cat, but your article will be very helpful to anyone exploring these concepts.