PLINQ is a parallel implementation of the Language Integrate Query (LINQ). PLINQ was first introduced in .NET Framework 4.0 and since then has been made feature-rich. Before LINQ, it was difficult for developers to fetch data from various data sources such as XML or databases as each source required different skills. LINQ is a language syntax that relies on .NET delegates and built-in methods to query or modify data without having to worry about learning low-level tasks.
In this chapter, we will start by understanding the LINQ providers in .NET. With PLINQ being the preferred choice for programmers, we will cover its various programming aspects, along with some disadvantages associated with it. Finally, we will understand the factors that affect the performance of PLINQ.
We will cover the following topics:
- LINQ providers in .NET
- Writing PLINQ queries
- Preserving order...