The document discusses developing multilingual websites to overcome language barriers on the internet. It notes that while the web has reduced barriers of time and distance, language fragmentation remains an issue. Developing websites in multiple languages requires specialized skills, and the .NET Framework provides powerful tools for localization, including allowing users to toggle between languages with one click and supporting localized applications through the System.Globalization namespace. This enables implementing multilingual applications in .NET using concepts of globalization and localization.