- Common Language Runtime
- .NET Framework class library
The Common Language Runtime (CLR) is the agent that manages your .NET applications at execution time. It provides core services such as memory, thread, and resource management.
Applications that run on top of the CLR are known as managed code ; all others are known as unmanaged code.
The .NET Framework class library is a comprehensive set of reusable classes that provides all the functionalities your application needs. This library enables you to develop applications ranging from desktop Windows applications to ASP.NET web applications, and Windows Mobile applications that run on Pocket PCs.
The .NET Framework class library is a comprehensive set of reusable classes that provides all the functionalities your application needs. This library enables you to develop applications ranging from desktop Windows applications to ASP.NET web applications, and Windows Mobile applications that run on Pocket PCs.