DOT NET
.NET is a software framework developed by Microsoft that provides a platform for building and running applications. It consists of a large library of pre-built components and tools that developers can use to create a wide range of applications, including web applications, desktop applications, mobile applications, and gaming applications.
Some key features of the .NET framework include:
- Language interoperability - .NET supports multiple programming languages, including C#, Visual Basic, and F#, and allows them to work together seamlessly.
- Common Language Runtime (CLR) - this is the execution engine that manages the execution of .NET code and provides features such as memory management, security, and exception handling.
- Base Class Library (BCL) - this is a library of pre-built components that provides a wide range of functionality, including input/output operations, networking, and database access.
- Integrated Development Environment (IDE) - Visual Studio is the primary IDE used for developing .NET applications, providing a wide range of tools and features for building, debugging, and deploying applications.
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