{"id":180,"date":"2019-11-18T06:58:22","date_gmt":"2019-11-18T11:58:22","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/?p=180"},"modified":"2026-10-26T18:00:48","modified_gmt":"2026-10-26T23:00:48","slug":"some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/","title":{"rendered":"Some of the Reasons Why Custom Dot Net Application Development is Preferred"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"180\" class=\"elementor elementor-180\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<section class=\"elementor-section elementor-top-section elementor-element elementor-element-9bd8317 elementor-section-boxed elementor-section-height-default elementor-section-height-default\" data-id=\"9bd8317\" data-element_type=\"section\" data-e-type=\"section\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-container elementor-column-gap-default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-column elementor-col-100 elementor-top-column elementor-element elementor-element-b24f2b0\" data-id=\"b24f2b0\" data-element_type=\"column\" data-e-type=\"column\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-wrap elementor-element-populated\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a82987d elementor-widget elementor-widget-image\" data-id=\"a82987d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"image.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"630\" src=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred-ist-hero.webp\" class=\"attachment-full size-full wp-image-8067\" alt=\".NET application development, IS&amp;T Consulting Group\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred-ist-hero.webp 1200w, https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred-ist-hero-300x158.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred-ist-hero-1024x538.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/10\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred-ist-hero-768x403.webp 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4c75746 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"4c75746\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Businesses choose custom .NET application development when off-the-shelf software does not fit how they work. .NET is Microsoft&#8217;s free, open-source platform for building web, desktop, mobile and cloud applications, so one set of tools can cover many needs. A custom .NET application is built around a company&#8217;s own workflows, data and security rules, and it connects cleanly with Microsoft tools such as Azure, SQL Server and Microsoft 365. IS&amp;T builds custom .NET applications for Houston businesses.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-93b1531 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"93b1531\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Planning a custom application? 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class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 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Developers<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/#Why_do_businesses_prefer_custom_NET_application_development_over_off_the_shelf_software\" >Why do businesses prefer custom .NET application development over off the shelf software?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/#What_are_the_main_benefits_of_building_business_applications_with_NET\" >What are the main benefits of building business applications with .NET?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/#How_does_custom_NET_development_support_scalability_and_long_term_growth\" >How does custom .NET development support scalability and long term growth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/#Is_custom_NET_application_development_cost_effective_compared_to_generic_software\" >Is custom .NET application development cost effective compared to generic software?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/#How_does_NET_help_with_security_and_integration_for_business_applications\" >How does .NET help with security and integration for business applications?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/#What_types_of_applications_can_be_built_with_NET\" >What types of applications can be built with .NET?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/some-of-the-reasons-why-custom-dot-net-application-development-is-preferred\/#Can_an_older_NET_Framework_application_be_moved_to_modern_NET\" >Can an older .NET Framework application be moved to modern .NET?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_NET_Application_Development\"><\/span>What Is .NET Application Development?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>Custom .NET software fits the way a business works, instead of forcing the business to fit the software.<\/p>\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">.NET is Microsoft\u2019s web services platform utilized in connecting information, people, systems, and devices using software. With custom Dot Net application development, you and your team will be able to share and use information through different platforms, such as programs, websites, and computers. .NET is also a programming model that can be used to create applications rapidly, as it allows developers to put together software services in one package. This makes .NET application development a viable option for any organization.<\/p>\r\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Benefits_Of_Custom_Dot_Net_Application_Development_By_Professional_Developers\"><\/span>The Benefits Of Custom Dot Net Application Development By Professional Developers<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2><p>A good .NET application connects to the systems a company already uses, not just to new ones.<\/p>\r\n<p style=\"text-align: justify;\">There are more reasons why you should prefer custom <a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/design\/net-application-development-services\">Dot Net application development<\/a>:<\/p>\r\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\r\n<li><strong>Find solutions that will improve your business<\/strong>: Custom Dot Net application development is faster, so you do not have to wait too long to start using the new solution that can increase your productivity, increase security, and improve collaboration.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\r\n<li><strong>Introduce a new technology to your existing environment<\/strong>: The .NET framework is not just a software solution. It will provide a cutting-edge technology layer to your organization. However, it requires careful planning to make sure that the web services will seamlessly fit with your current application environment and IT infrastructure.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\r\n<li><strong>Flexibility<\/strong>: Custom Dot Net application development requires the expertise of experienced, highly trained Microsoft-certified developers who can understand your organization\u2019s unique needs. This way, they are able to develop the platform to suit any business, big or small.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul style=\"text-align: justify;\">\r\n<li><strong>The power of XML<\/strong>: .NET uses the XML standard, and this lets applications connect seamlessly with other apps, even if these are built on other platforms or situated in various environments or physical locations.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li style=\"text-align: justify;\"><strong>Get more from the service<\/strong>: Reputable .NET developers are able to provide their multipurpose solutions encompassing services beyond application development. These include AJAX-based development, ecommerce web apps, content management, migration of legacy application, .NET design and architecture, and N-tier enterprise applications. This way, you can get all the relevant services from under one roof.<\/li>\r\n<\/ul><p><strong>Custom .NET application vs. off-the-shelf software<\/strong><\/p><table style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;margin:16px 0;\"><thead><tr><th style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;background:#f3f6f9;text-align:left;\">Factor<\/th><th style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;background:#f3f6f9;text-align:left;\">Custom .NET application<\/th><th style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;background:#f3f6f9;text-align:left;\">Off-the-shelf software<\/th><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Fit with workflows<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Built around your processes<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Your team adapts to the product<\/td><\/tr><tr><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Integrations<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Connects to your existing systems and data<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Limited to the vendor&#8217;s connectors<\/td><\/tr><tr><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Control<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">You own the code and set the roadmap<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">The vendor decides on updates<\/td><\/tr><tr><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Time to start<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Needs planning and a build phase<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Ready to use quickly<\/td><\/tr><tr><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Licensing<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">No paying for features you never use<\/td><td style=\"border:1px solid #d0d7de;padding:8px;vertical-align:top;\">Ongoing subscription or license fees<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p>Learn more about IS&amp;T\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/design\/net-application-development-services\">.NET application development services<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/design\/azure-application-development\">Azure application development<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/design\/software-programming\">custom software programming<\/a>, or read our guides to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/custom-database-developer\/\">choosing a custom database developer<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.is-t.net\/blog\/custom-cms-vs-out-of-the-box-solutions-which-is-right-for-your-business\/\">custom CMS vs. out-of-the-box 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data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"shortcode.default\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-widget-container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-shortcode\"><style>#sp-ea-7586 .spcollapsing { height: 0; overflow: hidden; transition-property: height;transition-duration: 300ms;}#sp-ea-7586.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {margin-bottom: 10px; border: 1px solid #e2e2e2; }#sp-ea-7586.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a {color: #444;}#sp-ea-7586.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.sp-collapse>.ea-body {background: #fff; color: #444;}#sp-ea-7586.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single {background: #eee;}#sp-ea-7586.sp-easy-accordion>.sp-ea-single>.ea-header a .ea-expand-icon { float: left; color: #444;font-size: 16px;}<\/style><div id=\"sp_easy_accordion-1777752116\"><div id=\"sp-ea-7586\" class=\"sp-ea-one sp-easy-accordion\" data-ea-active=\"ea-click\" data-ea-mode=\"vertical\" data-preloader=\"\" data-scroll-active-item=\"\" data-offset-to-scroll=\"0\"><div class=\"ea-card ea-expand sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_do_businesses_prefer_custom_NET_application_development_over_off_the_shelf_software\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75860\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75860\" aria-controls=\"collapse75860\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"true\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-minus\"><\/i> Why do businesses prefer custom .NET application development over off the shelf software?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse collapsed show\" id=\"collapse75860\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7586\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75860\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Many businesses prefer custom .NET applications because they can be tailored precisely to their workflows, data structures, and compliance needs instead of forcing teams to adapt to generic tools. With .NET, developers can design features, interfaces, and integrations that match how a company actually operates, which often leads to higher productivity, fewer workarounds, and smoother day\u2011to\u2011day operations.<\/p><p>Custom .NET solutions also make it easier to embed organization\u2011specific rules, reporting, and automation that standard products rarely support well. Over time, this alignment between software and business processes becomes a competitive advantage, because the application evolves with the company rather than holding it back.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_are_the_main_benefits_of_building_business_applications_with_NET\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75861\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75861\" aria-controls=\"collapse75861\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What are the main benefits of building business applications with .NET?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75861\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7586\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75861\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Key benefits of .NET for business applications include strong performance, scalability, security, and broad cross\u2011platform support, all backed by Microsoft\u2019s ongoing investment in the framework. .NET enables developers to build web, desktop, mobile, cloud, and even IoT solutions using a unified platform and shared tooling, which can simplify architecture and reduce long\u2011term maintenance overhead.<\/p><p>Businesses also gain from .NET\u2019s mature ecosystem of libraries, built\u2011in features, and integration options, which make it easier to implement authentication, logging, caching, localization, and connectivity to services like Azure or SQL Server. Combined with a large global developer community and strong backward compatibility, these capabilities help organizations build reliable systems that can evolve over many years.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_custom_NET_development_support_scalability_and_long_term_growth\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75862\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75862\" aria-controls=\"collapse75862\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How does custom .NET development support scalability and long term growth?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75862\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7586\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75862\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Custom .NET applications are well\u2011suited to scaling because the platform is designed to handle increasing users, features, and data volumes without major rewrites when architected correctly. Techniques such as modular architectures, microservices, and cloud\u2011native deployments on Azure or other providers allow .NET apps to grow incrementally as business demands rise.<\/p><p>As organizations expand, they can extend a custom .NET solution with new modules, integrations, and automation rather than replacing it outright, which protects earlier investments. This flexibility is especially valuable for companies operating in changing markets or regulated environments, where requirements shift over time but stability and performance must remain high.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_custom_NET_application_development_cost_effective_compared_to_generic_software\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75863\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75863\" aria-controls=\"collapse75863\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Is custom .NET application development cost effective compared to generic software?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75863\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7586\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75863\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Although custom .NET development usually requires a higher upfront investment than off\u2011the\u2011shelf tools, it can be more cost\u2011effective over the long term when it reduces licensing fees, manual work, and process inefficiencies. The .NET platform itself is open source with no runtime license cost, and its rich set of built\u2011in features helps teams deliver functionality faster and with fewer defects, which shortens development cycles.<\/p><p>Custom solutions also avoid paying repeatedly for features that are never used and can cut down on \u201cshadow IT\u201d where teams buy multiple disconnected tools to fill gaps. Over time, better automation, fewer data errors, and workflows that match how people actually work can drive savings that outweigh the initial build cost.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_does_NET_help_with_security_and_integration_for_business_applications\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75864\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75864\" aria-controls=\"collapse75864\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> How does .NET help with security and integration for business applications?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75864\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7586\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75864\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>.NET offers strong security capabilities, including support for modern authentication and authorization patterns, role\u2011based access, encryption, and secure API management, which are critical for business and enterprise apps. With custom .NET development, organizations can tailor these measures to match their industry regulations and internal policies instead of relying on generic defaults.<\/p><p>The platform also integrates naturally with other Microsoft technologies such as Azure, SQL Server, and Microsoft 365, while supporting interoperability with third\u2011party services and legacy systems via APIs and connectors. This combination of strong security foundations and flexible integration options makes custom .NET applications a popular choice for companies that need reliable, connected systems handling sensitive or mission\u2011critical data.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_types_of_applications_can_be_built_with_NET\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75865\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75865\" aria-controls=\"collapse75865\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> What types of applications can be built with .NET?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75865\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7586\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75865\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Developers use .NET to build web applications, APIs, desktop software, mobile apps and cloud services. The same language and tools, usually C#, work across all of them, which makes it easier to share code and have one team support several applications.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"ea-card sp-ea-single\"><h3 class=\"ea-header\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_an_older_NET_Framework_application_be_moved_to_modern_NET\"><\/span><a class=\"collapsed\" id=\"ea-header-75866\" role=\"button\" data-sptoggle=\"spcollapse\" data-sptarget=\"#collapse75866\" aria-controls=\"collapse75866\" href=\"#\" aria-expanded=\"false\" tabindex=\"0\"><i aria-hidden=\"true\" role=\"presentation\" class=\"ea-expand-icon eap-icon-ea-expand-plus\"><\/i> Can an older .NET Framework application be moved to modern .NET?<\/a><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3><div class=\"sp-collapse spcollapse \" id=\"collapse75866\" data-parent=\"#sp-ea-7586\" role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"ea-header-75866\"> <div class=\"ea-body\"><p>Often, yes. Many applications built on the older .NET Framework can be migrated to current versions of .NET, which run on Windows, Linux and macOS. The effort depends on how the application was written and which libraries it uses, so most migrations start with a code review.<\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/section>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Businesses choose custom .NET application development when off-the-shelf software does not fit how they work. .NET is Microsoft&#8217;s free, open-source platform for building web, desktop, mobile and cloud applications, so one set of tools can cover many needs. 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