visual c++.NET

can anyone explain to me what .NET framework really is...i still dont get it or about the new Visual Studio.NET

well according to micro-soft ....

"Visual Studio .NET is the comprehensive tool set for rapidly building and integrating XML Web services, Microsoft Windows®–based applications, and Web solutions. "

look here for more info

http://msdn.microsoft.com/vstudio/

thanks...i needed that you clear things up