Q&A
| Q1: | Is GDI+ faster than GDI? |
| A1: | The answer depends on what you are trying to accomplish. Currently, based on my experience, GDI+ is not faster than GDI. Even when compared in Windows XP, GDI outperforms GDI+. If raw performance is necessary, you may have to use GDI. However, GDI+ does provide some powerful features, and it should speed up later as new optimized hardware is developed. |
| Q2: | Do I have to use GDI+ to draw in the .NET Framework or can I use GDI? |
| A2: | GDI+ is the only API provided through the .NET Framework for graphics. It is possible to write unmanaged code to use GDI if it is important to do so. However, GDI+ is the way to draw in the future, and your efforts should focus toward using it. |
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