SocketTools Secure .NET Edition is a set of nineteen managed code components for developing applications for the web and intranet. This software implements all major Internet protocols and can be used with both Visual Studio .NET 2003 and Visual Studio 2005.
With SocketTools, you receive integrated support for secure, encrypted connections using the widely-accepted SSL and TLS protocols, which translates into 19 class libraries and components that can be implemented to create applications that meet a wide variety of needs. All of the primary protocols receive support, inclusive of secure versions of HTTP, FTP, SMTP, POP3, and IMAP4.
Moreover, secure sessions can be established easily by setting but a few properties and will not require any special knowledge of encryption or security protocols. The SocketTools components are written in C# and are entirely compatible with any Visual Studio.NET language. It even supports both synchronous and asynchronous network connections, and its thread-safe implementation offers full support for multithreaded applications.
But it doesn't end there. SocketTools offers support for proxy servers, including secure proxies that utilize both FTP and HTTP. And if that wasn't enough, secure connections are available through the use of 128-bit encryption, which provides an integrated security feature that can be easily enabled using just a handful of lines of code.
The SocketTools package includes an online Developer's Guide, a Technical Reference, and useful examples in both Visual Basic .NET and C# for versions 2003 and 2005 of Visual Studio. One favorable feature is that the components can be redistributed without the need for additional licensing fees or royalties.
Finally, Catalyst is a company trusted by many, with more than 10 years of experience developing Internet components. And if you're new to Internet application development, Catalyst provides extensive technical support resources just for you. All in all, SocketTools Secure .NET Edition is a definitive go-to if you need reliable, secure connectivity in your applications.
Version 6.0: A new release with support for Windows Vista and enhanced features.
Version 5.0: A new release with support for Windows Vista and enhanced features.
Version 4.5: A new release with additional components and enhanced features.