When you import schemata, you may specify a 'schemaLocation' attribute.

Keep in mind that the schemaLocation attribute is a hint and that schema processors can use other methods of locating the schema documents for that namespace.

The value of 'schemaLocation' isn't always the same when you distribute schemata--but you should avoid having to change it.

My recommendations:

• Use a 'schemaLocation' attribute when you are distributing the imported schema documents.

• You can choose to use a catalog by:

  • Not using the schemaLocation attribute on the import.

  • Put the imported namespace in the catalog.

  • But then everyone will be required to use the catalog.