As of late 2025, .NET 9 is the current Long Term Support (LTS) version. Windows 11 updates (24H2 and beyond) will not pre-install this runtime, but the Windows App SDK will automatically bundle the required runtime dependencies via MSIX packaging. For standalone executables ("Self-contained" deployment), the runtime is embedded in the app, solving the dependency issue entirely.
Many popular applications and tools require this runtime, including , Visual Studio components, and various enterprise software.
Here is everything you need to know about the .NET Desktop Runtime, how it differs from other .NET packages, and how to manage it on Windows 11. .net desktop runtime windows 11
An automatic garbage collector manages memory, preventing leaks by reclaiming resources from unused objects.
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