What is a Smart Client anyway?

One question I get asked a lot is “So what, exactly, is a Smart Client and what makes it so smart?“. Well, OK, that's two questions but you get the idea.

Hmmmm.... After much deliberation, soul searching and speaking to customers and partners I think I have an answer. I was asked to write an article on this issue and I thought I would add it to my blog.

What is a Smart Client anyway?

Comments and feedback most welcome.