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Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime

The .NET Desktop Runtime enables you to run existing Windows desktop applications.

Version 7.0.20 · by Microsoft

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Official site: dot.net

About Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime

.NET Core is a general purpose development platform maintained by Microsoft and the .NET community on GitHub. It is cross-platform, supporting Windows, macOS and Linux, and can be used in device, cloud, and embedded/IoT scenarios.

The .NET Desktop Runtime (Microsoft.WindowsDesktop.App) enables you to run existing Windows desktop applications.

.NET 7.0 supports Windows 10 1607 / Server 2012 or later, according to [documented system requirements](https://github.com/dotnet/core/blob/main/release-notes/7.0/supported-os.md).

The package supports the following parameters (--package-parameters, --params):

- `Passive` - display native installer progress window (may not work on Server Core)

- `Skip32Bit` - do not install the 32-bit runtime on a 64-bit system

Example: cinst -y --params="Passive Skip32Bit" dotnetcore-runtime.install.

How to install Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime

  1. Click Download — the developer's official website opens in a new tab.
  2. Download the latest version there and run it. Choose Custom/Advanced where offered, and skip any bundled extras.
  3. Prefer the command line? With Chocolatey you can install and update it with: choco install microsoft-net-7-0-desktop-runtime
  4. Open Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime free to download?

Yes. The Download button sends you to dot.net, the developer's official site, where Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime is available to download. Grabware doesn't host or modify any files.

What is the latest version of Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime?

The version listed here is 7.0.20, published /Date(1716. The developer's site always has the newest release.

How do I install Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime from the command line?

With Chocolatey, run: choco install microsoft-net-7-0-desktop-runtime. This installs it from the official source and keeps it updated.

Is Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime safe?

Microsoft .NET 7.0 Desktop Runtime downloads directly from the developer. As always, scan the installer with your antivirus and choose Custom setup to skip any bundled extras.

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