What is NET?
.NET is a general-purpose software development platform, similar to Java. At its core is a virtual machine that turns intermediate language (IL) into machine code. High-level language compilers for C#, VB.NET and C++ are provided to turn source code into IL. C# is a new programming language, very similar to Java. An extensive class library is included, featuring all the functionality one might expect from a contempory development platform – windows GUI development (Windows Forms), database access (ADO.NET), web development (ASP.NET), web services, XML etc. See also Microsoft’s definition.
The Microsoft® .NET Framework is an important new component of the Microsoft Windows® family of operating systems. It helps software developers and systems administrators more easily build and maintain systems. We have installed version 1.1 of the .NET Framework. (http://www.microsoft.com/net/basics/framework.
.NET is a platform created by Microsoft. It consists of a virtual execution environment (including garbage collection, JITting, strong versioning, type and memory safety etc) and a large runtime library. It is at the heart of Microsoft’s future strategy for the Windows platform, and will be a central part of the next release of Windows (Longhorn).
NET is a network of thirteen (13) service centers located throughout the Citys Neighborhoods. NET coordinates and customizes municipal services to the needs of each diverse community. The NET Department expedites the delivery of municipal services and serves as the link between the neighborhoods and the City Administration. NETs proactive approach to neighborhood issues are implemented by a staff of administrators, commanders, neighborhood resource officers, Service Center Representatives and Service Center Aides ensuring the delivery of Municipal Services. A call to NET greets the caller with a friendly voice and provides access to the most requested governmental services.
