What Is Silverlight?

Silverlight is a cross-browser, cross-platform and cross-device browser plug-in that helps companies design, develop and deliver applications and experiences on the Web. A free download that installs in seconds, Silverlight enables a new class of rich, secure and scalable cross-platform experiences.
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Beyond HTML

Richest Web Experiences

Keep users engaged by combining animation, video, layout, vector graphics, perspective 3D,effects, and features like Deep Zoom.

Fastest Web Experiences

Put every CPU to work. Multithreading support harnesses the full power of today's multi-core computers.

Tap into 100+ Controls

Only Silverlight lets you easily skin controls using mark-up, making it easier to have controls fit your task or brand.

Highest Quality Media

Enjoy up to 1080p true HD-quality video using H.264 (MP4/F4V) or WMV/VC-1 with Smooth Streaming.

Plays Well With Others

Mac, Windows, and Linux

Works with every major Operating System and all major browsers, including Internet Explorer, Firefox, and Safari.

Go Out of Browser

Install your app on desktops and never be more than one click away. Run apps seamlessly without connectivity.

Works With What You Have

Take your existing site to the next level. Add rich interactivity and video without rewriting services or applications.

Rapid Development

Access to Millions of Skilled Developers

Go right to the experts. Tap into the talent pool of 6 million .Net developers.

All in the Framework

It's all here - networking, web services, LINQ, generics, threading, dynamic languages.

Real developer tools

Visual Studio provides you industrial strength tools to get your job done, including a code editor, debugger, data designer, and Team Foundation Server.

Stop Throwing Your Ideas Away

Create interactive wireframes with Expression SketchFlow;
style controls and layouts with Expression Blend.

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