The Microsoft® .NET Framework includes everything you need to run .NET Framework applications, including the Common Language Runtime, the .NET Framework class library, and ASP.NET.

The .NET Framework is available for download in English; in addition, international versions are coming soon.

Requirements and Download Instructions

Typical Installation Requirements
The .NET Framework runs on:

• Microsoft Windows® 98
• Microsoft Windows NT® 4.0 (SP 6a required)
• Microsoft Windows Millennium Edition (Windows Me)
• Microsoft Windows 2000 (SP2 Recommended)
• Microsoft Windows XP Professional
• Microsoft Windows XP Home Edition

Software Requirements:

• Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.01 or later (install Internet Explorer 6.0)

Server Installation Requirements
If you have been directed to do a server installation, you must meet the following requirements in addition to the typical installation requirements:

• Microsoft Data Access Components 2.6; Microsoft Data Access Components 2.7 is recommended. This is for applications that use Data Access.
• Internet Information Services (IIS) - To access the features of ASP.NET, IIS with the latest security updates must be installed prior to installing the .NET Framework.

Note   Most users will perform a typical installation and can ignore these requirements. If you are unsure which type of installation to perform, only meet the typical installation requirements.

Download Instructions:

1. Save dotnetredist.exe to your computer.
2. Double-click dotnetredist.exe.
3. Follow the instructions.
4. Save the extracted files to your hard disk.
5. Double-click dotnetfx.exe.
6. Follow the instructions to set up.