Technology that at a quick glance would appear to be heavily taken from Java. It boasts, however, the ability to compile one program from source written in multiple languages (the primary choices being C#, Visual Basic and C++).

The fact that .NET is tightly bound to Windows somewhat lessens the practicality of .NET when compared to Java.

Like Java has Java Servlet Pages, .NET employs ASP.NET as it's server technology, which might be more attractive were it not tied down to both Windows and IIS, which has a less than desirable security history, when compared to Apache.
I have to download 23MB just to run 'Hello, World'?
by Snuffkin February 4, 2005
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A new term used by the "good" "pro" gamers after or in matches. Net is defined Not even Trying. The number sign is just a show off that you arent a noob.
"Wow U guys suck...im #net."
Player1: Why are you doing so bad?
Player2: Im #net...boored zzZzz

You guys are horrible, i let my sister play and she was #net..LOL
by FaTa September 6, 2006
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Amount after all deductions (such as taxes). See also gross.
I netted $1482.98 this month.
by kyle.biddle November 16, 2010
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Short hand term for media cable networks.
Is this another case of the nets ignoring Hunter Biden?
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Cricket practice equipment consisting of a single wicket surrounded by nets which prevent the ball being hit a long way. Used for practising bowling and batting without fielders.
"Training today will be nets at 10 until lunch, then a pick-up game in the afternoon."
by Kilkrazy July 1, 2004
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