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How to download .NET Framework for Windows 10 [Easy Way]
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Updated onOctober 4, 2023
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You may not know, butWindows 10comes with .NET 4.8 Framework available, but most of the apps can also run with previous versions to run, so today we’re going to show you how to download .NET Framework for Windows 10.
The .NET 4.8 framework can be used to run applications built for the.NET Framework4.0 through 4.7.2.You probably have some applications on your PC that require a previous version of .NET Framework, and here’s how can you enable it on Windows 10.
How can I download .NET Framework 3.5 ?
1. Enable Windows .NET framework from Control Panel
An additional way to install .NET 3.5 Framework is to install an app that requires .NET 3.5 Framework. If the app doesn’t detect .NET 3.5 Framework enabled, it will ask you to download the Framework.
In addition, you can download .NET 3.5 Framework on Windows 10 directly fromMicrosoft’s website.
If your Windows key doesn’t work, check out thisuseful guideto solve the issue quickly and get things back to normal.
2. Install .NET 3.5 Framework offline using Command Prompt
If it seems that everything is lost when DISM fails on Windows, check out thisquick guideand get rid of the worries.
3. Use the Windows installation media
If using Command Prompt seems too complicated for you, there’s no need to worry, there’s a simpler solution more suitable for new users.
All you need to do is todownload this dedicated tool, connect your Windows 10 DVD or USB drive to your computer and follow the instructions.
This file does the same thing as the previous solution, but if the previous solution seems too complicated for you, feel free to try this one.
If you don’t have a Windows installation media, you cancreate oneright now in just a couple of steps.
Installing .NET 3.5 framework on Windows 10 isn’t that hard, and we hope that these steps were helpful to you.
.NET framework 3.5 could be missing from your PC but you can get it with the solutions mentioned or by following thiscomprehensive guideto fix the .NET Framework.
For other suggestions or questions, feel free to leave them in the comments section below and we’ll be sure to check them out.
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Ivan Jenic
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Passionate about all elements related to Windows and combined with his innate curiosity, Ivan has delved deep into understanding this operating system, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
When he’s not tackling diverse driver-related problems, Ivan enjoys watching good movies and spending time hiking with his family and friends.
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Ivan Jenic
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Ivan has delved deep into understanding the Windows OS, with a specialization in drivers and driver troubleshooting.
