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Calling C and C++ functions from a dll

Hi all,

What is the easiest way to call C or C++ functions from C# code? Via a
DLL file?

Thanks,
Greg

Jul 19 '07 #1
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I believe you are looking for P/Invoke:

http://msdn2.microsoft.com/en-us/lib...dc(vs.71).aspx

Best regards,
Cezary Nolewajka

Consultant | Microsoft Services | Microsoft | Poland

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Hi all,

What is the easiest way to call C or C++ functions from C# code? Via a
DLL file?

Thanks,
Greg
Jul 19 '07 #2

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