Quote from Microsoft "What Is the Microsoft .NET Framework?" Page:
What Is the Microsoft .NET Framework?
May 12, 2003
The Microsoft® .NET Framework is an important new component of the Microsoft Windows® family of operating systems. It is the foundation of the next generation of Windows-based applications that are easier to build, deploy, and integrate with other networked systems.
Most consumers will never notice that the .NET Framework is running on their Pocket PC, smartphone, or desktop computer. But they may appreciate the reliability, ease of use, and ability to connect to other systems that the .NET Framework helps bring to computers.
The .NET Framework helps software developers and systems administrators more easily build and maintain systems with improvements toward performance, security, and reliability.
For more information, check out the page,
here.
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