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  • Interface is like abstract base class, but not the same. To implement/override base class methods, your class needs to extend base class. That means to implement methods using inheritence you need to follow some strict concept hierarchy. But anybody can implement inteface methods with general hierarchy. Commented Jan 22, 2014 at 11:10
  • interfaces are intended as abstractions of a certain functionality. a contract that dictates and describes what methods, properties and the like a certain class has to have, regardless of what particular class you're talking about. this is useful (for example) when you need classes to decouple from each other, while allowing them to interact. Commented Jan 22, 2014 at 11:10
  • Unless your class that implements interface is abstract all methods in interface needs to be defined in your class. Commented Jan 22, 2014 at 11:13
  • @NoCanDo : Its customary on StackOverflow to leave out the pleasantries and conversational tone. (Eg "explain to me like I'm 5, thanks in advance", etc). . this might sound rude, but it makes it much easier for other people to benefit from your question in future. Commented Jan 22, 2014 at 12:23