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.NET Framework vs OpenSilver

A side-by-side look at .NET Framework and OpenSilver. For an in-depth review of either product, follow the links below.

.NET Framework

.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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OpenSilver

OpenSilver

Development

OpenSilver is an open-source implementation of Silverlight, providing similar functionality for building rich internet applications using C# and XAML. As an open-source alternative, it allows developers to avoid being locked into Microsoft's ecosystem.

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