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Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 July 2006 CTP

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Price: Free
Operating system: Windows 95, Windows NT, Windows XP, Windows 2000, Windows 98
Date added: July 16, 2006
Total Downloads: 63,803
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The Microsoft .NET Framework 3.0 (formerly known as WinFX), is the new managed code programming model for Windows. It combines the power of the .NET Framework 2.0 with new technologies for building applications that have visually compelling user experiences, seamless communication across technology boundaries, and the ability to support a wide range of business processes. These new technologies are Windows Presentation Foundation, Windows Communication Foundation, Windows Workflow Foundation, and Windows CardSpace (formerly code named "Infocard").

Microsoft plans to ship .NET Framework 3.0 as part of the Windows Vista operating system. In addition, Microsoft is making these technologies available on Windows XP and Windows Server 2003. The following Community Technology Preview of .NET Framework 3.0 enables you to continue experimenting with early builds of these technologies, get acquainted with the development experience, and provide feedback to Microsoft.

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Compatibility with Windows Vista Beta2

This CTP (Community Tech Preview) is intended for users of Windows XP or Windows 2003 Server. This CTP is also available as part of the Windows Vista July release, build 5472. It is not supported for users running the Windows Vista Beta 2 for .NET Framework 3.0 development. If you are using Windows Vista Beta 2 for .NET Framework 3.0 development, we recommend that you do not install this version of the CTP and instead use the Beta 2 release. The .N... see all new features

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