.NET Framework vs GDI
A side-by-side look at .NET Framework and GDI. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.
.NET Framework
Development
The .NET Framework is a software framework developed by Microsoft that runs primarily on Microsoft Windows. It includes a large class library called Framework Class Library and provides language interoperability across several programming languages.
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GDI
System & Hardware
GDI (Graphics Device Interface) is a core Windows component that enables applications to use graphics and formatted text on video displays. It provides device-independent graphics rendering services for Windows-based applications.
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