Mono
An open-source implementation of Microsoft's .NET Framework for building cross-platform applications.
What is Mono?
Mono is an open-source implementation of Microsoft's .NET Framework that enables developers to build and run .NET applications on multiple platforms including Linux, macOS, Android, and iOS. It provides a compatible Common Language Runtime (CLR), C# compiler, and class libraries based on ECMA standards. The project solves the problem of .NET application portability beyond the Windows ecosystem.
Developers who need to run .NET applications on non-Windows platforms, particularly those targeting Linux servers, mobile devices (Android/iOS), or embedded systems. It's also valuable for open-source projects requiring a cross-platform .NET runtime.
Mono was the first production-ready open-source .NET implementation, offering early cross-platform capabilities when Microsoft's .NET was Windows-only. It provides source compatibility with .NET Framework applications and enables deployment to diverse environments without rewriting code.
Overview
Mono open source ECMA CLI, C# and .NET implementation.
Use Cases
Best For
- Running existing .NET Framework applications on Linux servers
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