Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0

Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0 6.0.36

.NET is a free, cross-platform, open-source developer platform for building many different types of applications.

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About Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0

.NET is a free, cross-platform, open-source developer platform for building many different types of applications.

This Winget package is designed for if a .NET Desktop Runtime 6-requiring app specifically requires an x86 runtime even on x64 Windows OS installations.

Technical details

PublisherMicrosoft Corporation
Version6.0.36
Release date2025-02-11
LicenseMIT
Installer typeburn
Architecturex86
Package IDMicrosoft.DotNet.DesktopRuntime.6.x86
RequirementsWindows 7 or later
Install scopeAll users

Install Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0 from the command line

Install with Windows Package Manager
winget install --id=Microsoft.DotNet.DesktopRuntime.6.x86 -e
Update to the latest version
winget upgrade --id=Microsoft.DotNet.DesktopRuntime.6.x86 -e
Uninstall
winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.DotNet.DesktopRuntime.6.x86 -e
Silent install with the offline installer
"windowsdesktop-runtime-6.0.36-win-x86.exe" /quiet /norestart
Uninstall the MSI package
msiexec /x {c37854d7-1852-4785-82ff-86ff988e4caf} /quiet

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Frequently asked questions

Is Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0 free?

Yes. Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0 is free and open-source software released under the MIT license.

What is the latest version of Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0?

The latest version is 6.0.36, released on Feb 11, 2025.

Is it safe to download Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0?

The download button links to the official installer published on builds.dotnet.microsoft.com, the same file Windows Package Manager installs. You can verify the downloaded file by comparing its SHA-256 checksum with 4e77bd970df0a06528ee88d33e4a8c9fb85beedbdd7219b017083acf0c3aa39e.

Which Windows versions does Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0 support?

Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0 requires Windows 7 or later and is available for 32-bit (x86) systems.

How do I install Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0 silently?

Run the offline installer with "windowsdesktop-runtime-6.0.36-win-x86.exe" /quiet /norestart, or install it with Windows Package Manager: winget install --id=Microsoft.DotNet.DesktopRuntime.6.x86 -e --silent.

How do I uninstall Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0?

Open Settings › Apps › Installed apps, find Microsoft .NET Windows Desktop Runtime 6.0 and select Uninstall. From the command line, run winget uninstall --id=Microsoft.DotNet.DesktopRuntime.6.x86 -e.