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What is Microsoft .NET Framework?
The Microsoft .NET Framework is a software component which can be added to the Microsoft Windows operating system. It provides a large body of pre-coded solutions to common program requirements, and manages the execution of programs written specifically for the framework. The .NET Framework is a key Microsoft offering, and is intended to be used by most new applications created for the Windows platform.
System Requirements
| · | Supported Operating Systems: Windows 2000 Service Pack 3; Windows 98; Windows 98 Second Edition; Windows ME; Windows Server 2003; Windows XP Service Pack 2 |
o Windows Installer 3.0 (except for Windows 98/ME, which require Windows Installer 2.0 or later). Windows Installer 3.1 or later is recommended.
o IE 5.01 or later: You must also be running Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or later for all installations of the .NET Framework.
| · | 280 MB (x86), 610 MB (x64) |
Where can I get the free download version?
To get the free download, go to www.msdn.com (Microsoft Homepage) and look for .NET Framework version 2.0http://www.microsoft.com/downloads/details.aspx?FamilyID=0856eacb-4362-4b0d-8edd-aab15c5e04f5&displaylang=en.
| 1. | Download and save the dotnetfx.exe setup file in C:\Program Files |
| 2. | Then double-click on the dotnetfx.exe for files to be extracted. |
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| 3. | Check the box for accepting the Terms of the License Agreement. |
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| 4. | Wait for the components to be completely installed. |
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| 5. | Click Finish when Setup is complete. |
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