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We exhibit the benefits of using formal methods for constructing and documenting component software. Formal specifications provide concise and complete descriptions of black-box components and, herewith, pave the way for full encapsulation. Specifications using abstract statements scale up better than pre-postconditions and allow for 'relative' specifications because they may refer to other components. Nondeterminism in specifications permits enhancements and alternate implementations. A formally verifiable refinement relationship between specification and implementation of a component ensures compliance with the published specification. Unambiguous and complete contracts are the foundation of any component market.