6.8. Inheritance vs. Aggregation
Encapsulation
An object has properties and behaviors that are encapsulated inside the object. The services it offers to its clients comprises its contract. Only the contract defined by the object is available to the clients. The implementation of its properties and behavior is not a concern of the clients. Encapsulation helps to make clear the distinction between an object's contract and implementation. This has major consequences for program development. The implementation of an object can change without implications for the clients. Encapsulation also reduces complexity, as the internals of an object are hidden from the clients, who cannot influence its implementation.
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