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Microsoft Silverlight 2.0
Microsoft Silverlight is a cross-browser, cross-platform, and cross-device plug-in for delivering the next generation of media experiences and rich interactive applications for the Web.
Version 2 Beta was publicly released by Microsoft in early March 2008.
To end users and visitors to websites Silverlight is a transparent technology. They won’t be interested or even know it’s there. What they will see are the benefits in terms of richer, more interactive web experiences.
By leveraging Silverlight's support for .NET, High Definition video, cost-effective advanced streaming, unparalleled high-resolution interactivity with Deep Zoom technology, and controls, businesses can reach out to new markets across the Web, desktop, and devices.
Silverlight offers a flexible programming model that supports AJAX, VB, C#, IronPython, and IronRuby, and integrates with existing Web applications. By using Expression Studio and Visual Studio, designers and developers can collaborate more effectively using the skills they have today to light up the Web of tomorrow.
Silverlight is set to become a very important technology in the ad-serving, analytics, creative agency and content delivery network sectors. In particular it is emerging as a platform of choice for media companies seeking a reliable and highly configurable environment for the creation of rich video content.
Key Silverlight features
- Custom branded experiences using 2D vector graphics, animation, styling, and skinning
Highly sophisticated RIA’s across major browsers on Mac, Windows, Linux, and devices
- HD video and adaptive streaming techniques for world-class media experiences
- Unparalleled interactivity with high resolution content through Deep Zoom technology enabling smooth browsing independent of screen size
- Multi-channel deployment of web applications to the desktop and devices through .NET
- Monetization of media assets via protected content and advertising-enabled scenarios
- Cost effective media delivery via Windows Server
- Rapid development through XML-based declarative markup and a full set of controls
- Role-specific productivity tools to enhance designer-developer collaboration, with Expression Studio, Visual Studio, and Visual Studio Team System.
- Flexible programming model that supports JavaScript, C#, VB.NET, AJAX, IronPython, IronRuby, and support for LINQ while accessing data over the network
- Easy to add richness to AJAX applications and reduce cross-browser issues
For more information about our Silverlight development services please call 020 7953 7098 or email info@governor.co.uk.