As technology in Windows application development and deployment has evolved, so has Oracle. Oracle Database 11g offers unprecedented flexibility for customers to choose the .NET application tools and architecture that fit their requirements without sacrificing performance, scalability, ease of use, and security. Oracle's commitment to the Windows developers includes integration with ADO.NET and Visual Studio. For Windows administrators, Oracle has closely integrated with many operating services, such as Active Directory, Internet Information Services (IIS), Windows security, and Microsoft Cluster Services. By designing Oracle Database 11g with Windows in mind, customer software applications can achieve seamless interoperability between the operating system and the database.