Linq to XML - way to write binary Data into XML

Question

How to write binary data into XML using LINQ which is being read from registery.

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XML isn't meant for binary data. Why are you trying to make it do strange things? — Michael Myers
– Michael Myers ♦, Commented Apr 30, 2009 at 21:48

Jeff Mattfield · Accepted Answer · 2009-04-30 21:50:29Z

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Use something like Base64 encoding to convert the binary into characters acceptable for XML.

answered Apr 30, 2009 at 21:50

Jeff Mattfield

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Jon Skeet · Accepted Answer · 2009-04-30 21:50:48Z

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I think the simplest way is to base64 encode the data and then set it as element text. Convert.ToBase64String and Convert.FromBase64String should get you started.

answered Apr 30, 2009 at 21:50

Jon Skeet

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Thanks Jon will give a start on you guidelines