title: REST vs Session-Based-Applications
body: <p>I got a question regarding REST vs other web services, but I just can't figure out where to start. I know what REST ist and how services implemented with it should work, I also have a basic understanding of SOAP and RPCs, but I really can't tell what is meant with the question what differs REST from session-based-applications.</p>
  
  <p>I know that REST is stateless, but how can I answer this question correctly? Any hints or good sources to read through?</p>