Install .NET Framework on Windows 11
.NET Framework 4.8 is included with Windows 11, and runs any .NET Framework 4.x app.
.NET Framework 4.8.1
.NET 4.8.1 is supported on Windows 11, version 22H2 and newer operating systems.
.NET Framework 3.5
.NET Framework 3.5 supports apps built for .NET Framework 1.0 through 3.5.
Enable .NET Framework 3.5 through the Add Roles and Features Wizard.
- Open the Start Menu.
- Search for Add Roles and Features Wizard and open it.
- Navigate through the wizard until you reach Features.
- Select .NET Framework 3.5 Features in the list.
- Finally, select Install to start installing .NET Framework 3.5.
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