.NET Compact Framework Architectural Overview

The .NET Compact Framework is designed for optimal performance under the constraints of limited device resources. This section describes key architectural concepts of the .NET Compact Framework, memory management, and security considerations.

In This Section

• .NET Compact Framework Architecture
  Summarizes core components of the .NET Compact Framework.

• Application Domains in the .NET Compact Framework
  Describes interaction between managed code, application domains, and the application domain host.

• Device Memory Management in the .NET Compact Framework
  Discusses memory considerations for the .NET Compact Framework.

• Security in the .NET Compact Framework
  Describes security features and capabilities in the .NET Compact Framework.

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Overview of the .NET Compact Framework