StringBuilder vs XmlTextWriter

Question

I am trying to squeeze as much performance as i can from a custom HttpHandler that serves Xml content.

I\' m wondering which is better for performance. Using the Xm

Answer 1

When SOMEVALUE has a & or < in it, this approach will get you into trouble. Use xml-aware classes to to generate xml. Have a read of HOWTO Avoid Being Called a Bozo When Producing XML.