Question 1

Is Lynicon free for commercial use?

Accepted Answer

The core Lynicon package is open-source and free, but advanced features like caching and publishing are part of a paid module. For basic CMS functionality in ASP.NET Core, it's free, but scaling may require additional costs.

Question 2

How to set up Lynicon without a database?

Accepted Answer

Use the Lynicon.Extra NuGet package with the Storeless module, which runs CMS data in memory with JSON file backup. The README notes this is simple and reduces hosting costs for smaller sites.

Question 3

Can Lynicon be used as a headless CMS?

Accepted Answer

Yes, Lynicon supports headless configurations by using its content API to serve JSON. You can set up data routes for content types and return serialized data, as shown in the ApiController example.

Question 4

Lynicon vs Umbraco for ASP.NET Core?

Accepted Answer

Lynicon is more lightweight and code-centric, ideal for adding CMS to existing projects with minimal architecture changes. Umbraco offers more out-of-the-box features and visual tools but can be heavier and more opinionated.

Question 5

How to add custom content types in Lynicon?

Accepted Answer

Define a C# class with properties for your content, then use MapDataRoute in Startup.cs to associate it with a route. The README provides examples in TileContent.cs and Startup.cs for guidance.

Question 6

What are the performance implications of storeless mode?

Accepted Answer

Storeless mode uses in-memory storage with JSON persistence, making it super fast for up to 500-1000 pages but not suitable for very large datasets or high-concurrency scenarios without a database.

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