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    Was it Herb Sutter's talk at C++ and beyond, titled "Why C++?" There's a video of it on Channel 9, although I'm having trouble accessing it at the moment, probably because Redmond is hosting a huge streaming event. Your logic makes sense, but these kinds of statements really need to be backed up with some references, as this would represent a major strategic shift for Microsoft and anyone else who develops software with Microsoft's products. Commented Oct 31, 2012 at 15:19
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    WinRT is not replacement for .NET. Keep your facts in check please. Commented Oct 31, 2012 at 21:27
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    @Euphoric: In other words .NET framework was never replacement for Win32 API. At the same time, when C# came out many people switched over and forgot all about making C-style function calls into windows DLLs. MS is pushing for same switch now. So yeah, .NET framework will continue to exist under the hood of WinRT and sure you can still use .NET framework, but MS is pushing for people to switch to the new framework. Commented Oct 31, 2012 at 22:13
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    @gbjbaanb - This is 100% false. First ALL .NET ever was was always a very nice wrapper for Win32 library. Second there are only minor differences between the Full .NET Profile and 'WinRT' .NET Profile, the major differences, are a great deal of stuff that was poorly implemented 10-15 years ago were removed, and replaced with better designed code. Until they get rid of Win32 library all together .NET is here to stay. Your comment shows a COMPLETE and TOTAL lack of knowlege with regards to .NET and C# language itself. Commented Nov 2, 2012 at 13:41
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    Not to mention that for Web applications, .NET is great. If it were ever a 'replacement', it'd be for desktop apps, and not Web applications. Commented Nov 2, 2012 at 15:19