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Convert Office Documents to PDF/A Formats

November 13, 2023
Office Server Document Converter (OSDC) 10.0 R1 can now convert your Excel, Word and PowerPoint documents to PDF/A for archival.

Office Server Document Converter (OSDC) is a server-side library for converting Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and RTF documents to PDF, SVG, TIFF, JPEG, PNG, TIFF, INX and XPS files, all without Microsoft Office or Adobe software on the server.

The 10.0 R1 release adds support for converting to PDF/A-1a, PDF/A-2a, PDF/A-2u, PDF/A-3a, PDF/A-3b and PDF/A-3u. PDF/A is a variation of the PDF file format that is specifically designed to be preserved for a long time. PDF/A files contain all of the information needed to display them accurately, regardless of the software or hardware used to view them, making the format ideal for archival and sharing purposes.

To see a full list of what's new in version 10.0 R1, see our release notes.

For more information, visit our Office Server Document Converter (OSDC) product page.

Automatically Generate a TOC for your PDF

November 13, 2023
IronPDF for .NET 2023.11.7 streamlines the process of creating tables of contents for your PDF documents.

IronPDF for .NET enables developers to create, modify, and export PDF documents written in C#, F#, and VB.NET for Microsoft .NET Core and .NET Framework. You can use HTML or combine it with CSS, images, and JavaScript, with rendering very similar to that of Google Chrome.

The 2023.11.7 release of IronPDF for .NET allows a table of contents (TOC) to be automatically generated for the document. Typically placed at the beginning of the document, this list of headings and corresponding page numbers makes it easy for readers to find specific information quickly.

To see a full list of what's new in v2023.11.7, see our release notes.

IronPDF for .NET is available to buy in the following products:

Compressing PDFs in .NET 7

November 10, 2023
Reduce PDF file size without sacrificing quality, making files easier to store and share.

PDF compression is the process of reducing the file size of a PDF document without losing quality. Compressing PDFs has many benefits, including saving storage space, faster file transfer, and reduced bandwidth usage. It is a great way to optimize your PDFs for a variety of uses, such as sharing large documents over email, uploading PDFs to websites, and storing PDFs on cloud storage.

Several .NET 7 PDF components provide compression capabilities, including:

  • IronPDF for .NET by Iron Software provides a powerful compression feature that can compress PDFs without sacrificing fidelity.
  • Document Solutions for PDF by MESCIUS offers a PDF compression service that reduces a PDF document's file size, while maintaining the original quality and layout.
  • LEADTOOLS PDF Pro uses Mixed Raster Content (MRC) technology to minimize PDFs, while keeping the output sharp and clear.
  • XFINIUM.PDF CROSS PLATFORM EDITION uses PDF compression to shrink the file size of PDFs by optimizing the structure and content of the PDF, while conserving quality.
  • Aspose.PDF for .NET includes a PDF compression feature that allows users to reduce the file size of PDFs without degradation using a variety of optimization techniques.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of .NET 7 PDF components.

Compare .NET 7 PDF Components

Converting HTML to PDF in .NET 7

November 9, 2023
Let users convert HTML files to PDF within your .NET 7 app, making them easier to archive and share.

Converting HTML to PDF is a versatile and convenient way to create, share, and archive documents. It preserves the original formatting and layout of an HTML document and the converted PDF can be viewed on any device with a PDF reader.

Several .NET 7 PDF components provide HTML to PDF conversion, including:

  • IronPDF for .NET includes a high-fidelity HTML to PDF converter that uses the Chromium engine to render HTML files with pixel-perfect accuracy, making it easy to create professional-looking PDFs from any web page.
  • Document Solutions for PDF by MESCIUS provides an HTML to PDF conversion service that can be used to convert single or batch HTML files to high-quality PDFs, while preserving the original formatting and layout.
  • ExpertPDF HtmlToPdf Converter by Outside Software is a .NET library that enables developers to easily convert HTML files to PDF files with high fidelity, including support for complex HTML5 and CSS3 features.
  • Aspose.PDF for .NET allows developers to convert HTML to PDF with ease, while providing fine-grained control over the conversion process and preserving the original formatting.

For an in-depth analysis of features and price, visit our comparison of .NET PDF components.

Compare .NET PDF Components

Secure SFTP and SSH Connections with RSA-SHA2

November 8, 2023
PowerTCP SSH and SFTP for .NET 7.0.0.3 adds support for RSA-SHA2-256/384/512 host key algorithms, providing stronger protection against cryptographic attacks.

PowerTCP SSH and SFTP for .NET by Dart Communications is a comprehensive suite of SSH-2 and SFTPv3 components for the .NET Framework, providing developers with the tools they need to add secure remote access and file transfer capabilities to their applications.

The 7.0.0.3 release bolsters server security with support for RSA-SHA2-256, RSA-SHA2-384, and RSA-SHA2-512 host key algorithms. This technology offers stronger protection against cryptographic attacks compared with the previously used RSA-SHA1. By employing these enhanced algorithms, you can effectively safeguard your servers from a range of sophisticated attacks, including collision, preimage, and second preimage attacks.

To see a full list of what's new in version 7.0.0.3, see our release notes.

For more information, visit our PowerTCP SSH and SFTP for .NET product page.