SocketTools Library Edition

The SocketTools Library Edition includes standard Windows dynamic link libraries (DLLs) which can be used in a wide variety of programming languages such as Visual Studio .NET, Visual C++, Visual Basic and Delphi. The Library Edition is ideal for the developer who requires the high performance, minimum resource utilization and flexibility of a lower level interface, without the inherent overhead of ActiveX controls or COM libraries.

The following are just some of the features in the SocketTools Library Edition:

  • Standard Windows dynamic link libraries (DLLs) with minimal overhead
  • Low resource utilization and no external dependencies on third-party libraries
  • A comprehensive product with 18 libraries and over 800 functions
  • Fully compatible with Visual C++ and Borland C++ Builder
  • Includes both high level and lower level interfaces for maximum flexibility
  • Support for both synchronous and asynchronous network connections
  • Thread-safe implementation with full support for multithreaded applications
  • Support for proxy servers, including secure proxies, using FTP and HTTP
  • An extensive Developer's Guide and online Technical Reference
  • A professional technical support staff and extensive online support resources
  • No runtime licensing fees or additional royalties
  • A trusted company with over 10 years experience developing Internet components

The SocketTools Library Edition API has over 800 functions which can be used to develop applications that meet a wide range of needs. SocketTools covers it all, including uploading and downloading files, sending and retrieving email, remote command execution, terminal emulation, and much more.

If you're developing commercial applications which require the ability to establish secure, encrypted connections using the Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) and Transport Layer Security (TLS) protocols, then please review the SocketTools Secure Library Edition product.

SocketTools Links

Product Overview
An overview of the product features and benefits.

SocketTools Libraries
The libraries that are included with this edition.

Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to the most common questions about SocketTools.

Download Product
Download a free evaluation copy of SocketTools.

Purchase Online
Purchase a developers license for this product.

Technical Reference
Review the online technical reference documentation.

Release Notes
Release notes for the current version of SocketTools.

License Agreement
The developer license agreement for this product.