.NET 9.0 .NET Desktop Runtime9.0.22

It lets Windows desktop programs built for .NET 9.0 execute by supplying the runtime environment on which they depend. The component is used when an application requires the .NET 9.0 desktop runtime, giving that program the execution support expected by its design. This makes it a runtime dependency for software use, rather than a standalone desktop application that performs an unrelated task.

This Developer Tools component serves both developers preparing .NET desktop software and people running applications that target this framework. Developers can account for it when preparing or using desktop software, while users generally encounter it as a prerequisite of a compatible application. Its scope is focused on application runtime support, so it does not function as a general-purpose desktop workspace or development editor. Microsoft distributes it under an open-source license, with usage governed by the terms provided with the project.

The current version is 9.0.22. It is intended for situations in which a .NET 9.0 desktop application needs its corresponding runtime to operate. Readers seeking a runtime dependency for such software will find this package suited to that specific task, while those seeking a separate application or coding environment should understand its supporting role.