Update Advanced Compiler Settings documentation for modern .NET #47995
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Updates the Advanced C# Compiler Options documentation to accurately reflect modern .NET behavior and current Windows versions.
Changes Made
NoStandardLib Option Updates
mscorlib.dll) and modern .NET projects (.NET 5+, which referenceSystem.Private.CoreLib.dll)SubsystemVersion Option Updates
Metadata Updates
ms.datefrom 2021 to 2024 to reflect the current informationIssue Resolution
This addresses the specific concerns raised in the issue:
The documentation now accurately reflects the differences between .NET Framework and modern .NET (.NET 5+) compiler behavior while maintaining backward compatibility information.
Fixes #41990.
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