ASP.NET Core 8 News

Remove Sensitive Information From PDFs

April 23, 2025
Document Solutions for PDF v8.1 adds redact annotation to permanently remove confidential data such as names, addresses, or financial details.

Document Solutions for PDF (DsPdf) by MESCIUS is a software development toolkit that provides .NET Core libraries and a JavaScript PDF viewer for manipulating and displaying PDFs. DsPdf enables developers to create, edit, annotate, and redact PDF documents directly within web applications. The included DsPdfViewer component offers a feature-rich, cross-platform solution for viewing and interacting with PDFs in modern browsers on various operating systems, including mobile devices.

The Document Solutions for PDF v8.1 update introduces robust redaction capabilities to the DsPdfViewer/Wasm, allowing users to add, edit, and apply redact annotations directly within the browser - without the need for a .NET server. This feature, available through the Professional DsPdfViewer license with WebAssembly (Wasm) SupportApi, ensures sensitive information can be securely removed or hidden with ease, enhancing compliance and document control in client-side PDF workflows.

To see a full list of what's new in version 8.1.0, see our release notes.

Document Solutions for PDF is licensed per developer and is available in several license options for differing distribution needs. Team licenses are also available for multiple developers within the same organization. See our Document Solutions for PDF licensing page for full details.

Document Solutions for PDF is available to buy individually or as part of Document Solutions .NET Bundle.

Connect Dashboards to Azure SQL Using Entra

April 17, 2025
DevExpress BI Dashboard 24.2 adds enhanced security and connectivity by integrating Microsoft Entra authentication for Azure SQL databases.

DevExpress BI Dashboard (part of DevExpress Universal) empowers you to craft interactive dashboards for desktop, web and mobile applications. It provides a visual designer for building dashboards without writing code, allowing you to drag-and-drop various data visualization widgets onto the canvas. These widgets connect to your data sources and update dynamically, offering real-time insights to end users. The tool also supports customization through properties and events, enabling you to tailor the look and feel of the dashboards to perfectly integrate with your application's design.

The DevExpress BI Dashboard 24.2 update enhances data security and simplifies connectivity by integrating Microsoft Entra authentication for Azure SQL databases. This update allows developers to use modern Active Directory-based authentication methods, such as ActiveDirectoryPassword, ActiveDirectoryIntegrated, ActiveDirectoryInteractive, and ActiveDirectoryDefault, ensuring that access to critical data is both secure and compliant with current enterprise standards.

To see a full list of what's new in version 24.2, see our release notes.

DevExpress BI Dashboard is included as part of DevExpress Universal which is licensed per developer and is available as a Perpetual License with a 12 month support and maintenance subscription. See our DevExpress Universal licensing page for full details.

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Unlock Rich Messaging with MIME in .NET

April 17, 2025
MIME support in .NET components streamlines email handling, enabling secure, multi-format messages with attachments and global character sets.

MIME (Multipurpose Internet Mail Extensions) in .NET communications and messaging components enables the structured creation and parsing of email messages with non-ASCII text and attachments such as images or files. It enhances interoperability, supports internationalization, and allows for rich content features like inline media and multipart formatting. Common use cases include sending automated reports with attachments or handling complex inbound messages in customer support systems.

Several .NET Comms & Messaging components offer MIME support including:

  • Aspose.Email for .NET lets you create, parse, and manage MIME messages with attachments, headers, and multi-part content.
  • IPWorks S/MIME .NET Edition by /n software enables secure encryption, decryption, and signing of MIME messages using S/MIME and digital certificates.
  • MailBee.NET IMAP by Afterlogic allows receiving and parsing complex MIME emails, including attachments, HTML bodies, and alternative content views.
  • PowerTCP Mail for .NET by Dart Communications provides robust MIME handling for encoding, decoding, and managing non-ASCII data and attachments in messages.
  • Rebex Mail Pack supports building and processing MIME messages with support for attachments, inline images, and HTML formatting.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of .NET Comms & Messaging.

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Improve Chart Data Insight with Contextual Tooltips

April 17, 2025
Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core 2025 Volume 1 introduces chart tooltip support enabling faster, more informed decisions.

Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core (available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise) empowers developers with a comprehensive suite of over 80 enterprise-grade UI components specifically designed for building modern and highly functional web applications. Leveraging the latest advancements in ASP.NET Core, it offers exceptional performance and scalability, streamlining development by eliminating the need for extensive custom coding. From data visualization tools like interactive charts and grids to sophisticated navigation elements and responsive layouts, Essential Studio equips developers with the building blocks to create rich user experiences, improve application efficiency, and accelerate time-to-market.

The Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core 2025 Volume 1 release improves the chart component by adding tooltip functionality that displays information about the data point closest to the cursor. This feature allows users to quickly interpret complex datasets without needing to manually search for specific values, making interactions more intuitive and efficient. Especially in dense data plots or interactive dashboards, this real-time feedback enables deeper insight and more precise decision-making, which is critical in applications involving financial data, scientific analysis, or operational monitoring.

To see a full list of what's new in 2025 Volume 1, see our release notes.

Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core is available as part of Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise which is licensed per developer starting with a Team License of up to five developers. It is available as a 12 Month Timed Subscription License which includes support and maintenance. See our Syncfusion Essential Studio Enterprise licensing page for full details.

Learn more on our Syncfusion Essential Studio ASP.NET Core product page.

Easily Retrieve Data from GraphQL APIs

April 3, 2025
Telerik Reporting 2025 Q1 supports native GraphQL integration with a dedicated data source for faster, easier access to GraphQL-powered data.

Telerik Reporting is a comprehensive and lightweight embedded reporting tool for .NET web and desktop applications. It enables developers and reporting users to create, design, and export visually appealing, interactive, and reusable reports to effectively present analytical and business data. It supports various technologies, including ASP.NET Core, Blazor, ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET AJAX, HTML5/JS, Angular, WPF, WinForms, and WinUI.

The Telerik Reporting 2025 Q1 update introduces GraphQL native support with a dedicated GraphQLDataSource component, allowing developers to seamlessly connect reports to GraphQL APIs. This enhancement streamlines data retrieval by enabling precise queries that fetch only the necessary information, optimizing performance and reducing overhead. The Standalone Report Designer now includes an intuitive wizard that simplifies the setup process, guiding users through creating and configuring GraphQL data sources with minimal effort. By integrating GraphQL natively, Telerik Reporting enhances flexibility and efficiency, empowering developers to build dynamic, data-driven reports with greater ease and precision.

To see a full list of what's new in 2025 Q1 (19.0.25.211), see our release notes.

Telerik Reporting is licensed per developer and is available as a perpetual license with a one year support subscription, which is offered in three tiers: Lite, Priority or Ultimate. See our Telerik Reporting licensing page for full details.

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