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==Architectural approaches==

Change detection and notification services can be categorized by the [[software architecture]] they use. ThreeTwo principal approaches can be distinguished:

=== Server based ===

A server polls, tracks changes and logs data, sending alerts in the form of email notifications, [[webhook]]s or RSS. Typically there will also be an associated website which the user can manage their configuration.

Some services also have mobile device applications which connect to a [[cloud server]] and can be notified in real time by the server when a change is detected. Newer web technologies make these applications relatively rare.

Examples include [https://www.changedetection.com ChangeDetection] and [https://ingenum-systems.com/WebMonitor WebMonitor].

Some services also have a mobile device applicationsapplication which connectconnects to a [[cloud server]] and can be notified in real time by the server when a change is detected. Newer web technologies allowing websites to work well on small touch devices make these applications relatively rare.

==== Advantages ====