The Strong Name Utility (sn.exe) guarantees unique names for shared components because these components will end up in the GAC. Each shared component is signed with a private key and published with the public key. Table D-11 shows some common uses of sn.exe.
Option |
Description |
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/? |
This option displays more command-line help. |
-d keycontainer |
This option is used to remove the keycontainer from the CSP. |
-i keyfile keycontainer |
This option reads the key pair in keyfile and installs it in the key container keycontainer in the Cryptographic Service Provider (CSP). |
-k keyfile |
This option generates a new key pair and writes it to keyfile. |
-v assembly |
This option is used to verify the shared name in an assembly. |