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How does .NET Core handle graceful shutdown?
Updated Apr 28, 2026
Short answer
Using cancellation tokens and host lifecycle events.
Deep explanation
.NET Core signals shutdown using IHostApplicationLifetime, allowing services to clean up resources.
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