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Microsoft .NET Core Desktop Runtime

This package is required to run .NET Core desktop applications with the .NET Core runtime.

Version 3.1.32 · by Microsoft

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Official site: dot.net

About Microsoft .NET Core 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.

This package is required to run Windows Desktop applications with the .NET Core Runtime.

This is a *metapackage*, which installs the latest release of .NET Core Desktop Runtime across all versions (up to 3.1.x). .NET 5 and later are supported by the `dotnet-*` family of packages.

How to install Microsoft .NET Core 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-core-desktop-runtime
  4. Open Microsoft .NET Core Desktop Runtime once it finishes installing.
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Frequently asked questions

Is Microsoft .NET Core Desktop Runtime free to download?

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

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

The version listed here is 3.1.32, published /Date(1670. The developer's site always has the newest release.

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

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

Is Microsoft .NET Core Desktop Runtime safe?

Microsoft .NET Core 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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