C#

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C# (pronounced C Sharp) is a programming language developed by Microsoft. It was introduced in 2002 with version 1.0 of Microsofts .NET Framework. Since then, C# has gone through several revisions, corresponding with each .NET update. Today, it is one of the most popular programming languages for creating Windows programs and web applications.

C# is a derivative of the C programming language and is similar to C . It uses the same basic operators as C , is object oriented, case sensitive, and has nearly identical syntax. However, there are several differences between C# and C . Below are just a few examples:

Most importantly, C# is designed specifically for Microsofts .NET Framework. This allows developers to take advantage of all the features offered by the .NET API. However, it also means C# applications can only run on platforms that support .NET runtime, such as Windows, Windows Server, and Windows Phone. In order for programs written in C# to run on other platforms, the code must be compiled using a conversion tool like Microsoft .NET Native.

NOTE: The name C# comes from the musical note C♯, implying it is a step up from the original version of C. The ♯ symbol is also comprised of four plus signs, which may imply C# is more advanced than C as well.