# Rhino 8 and .NET Core 7: What Does It Mean?

With the release of Rhino 8, the developers have updated the .NET libraries to Core 7, bringing a significant improvement in performance compared to Rhino 7.0. This upgrade not only enhances user experience but also unlocks new possibilities to make the most of the software’s capabilities.

At RhinoArtisan, we’ve ensured that version 6.0 is fully aligned with Rhino’s recommendations, allowing you to enjoy seamless integration and optimal performance with both.

For compatibility reasons, Rhino 8 offers the option to run at reduced performance using the older .NET Framework 4.8 libraries, ensuring that plugins that haven’t been updated can still function. However, this creates an important limitation: Rhino 8 does not support the simultaneous use of both libraries. This means that if you are using a plugin based on the older libraries, Rhino will be unable to load other plugins that rely on the newer ones.

We strongly recommend reaching out to the developers of any plugins that have not yet been updated to request compatibility with the new libraries. It would be a shame to have Rhino 8 and not fully benefit from its capabilities.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please don’t hesitate to contact us. We’re here to help.

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Find more technical documentation on Rhino Official Website: <https://developer.rhino3d.com/guides/rhinocommon/moving-to-dotnet-7/#advantages-of-net-core-for-rhino>
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