Cannot install MS .Net Framwork 4.6.1

Hans L · 22 Feb 2016

Hello: Windows 7 Ultimate x64 here.

I have installed over forty Windows updates today (I must have turned on my auto install last October

, but the software in the subject line and, for instance, MicrosoftFixit50123.msi, steadfastly refuse to install.

It all started when iTunes and QuickTime could not be installed. I have removed most things Apple.

I have tried repair with install disk, but to no avail. I am sure there are repair options I have not tried, so I would be very happy for some tips on what to do.

Regards,

Hans L

ThrashZone · 22 Feb 2016

Hi,
Not sure why you need this version but is this one of the tools you used to fix any issues install .net ?
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/down....aspx?id=30135

Try using ie11 to install it.

Hans L · 25 Feb 2016

I'm not so great on these issues, so may I ask, which version do I need/want?

Thanks,

Hans L

ThrashZone · 25 Feb 2016

Hi,
I'd say anything that comes up as Important
Which 4.5.2 is the version i have and as long as it's up to date that will be the one I keep

So far 4.6.1 is in the Optional section and I have no intention of loading that update anytime soon

Cannot install MS .Net Framwork 4.6.1-net-exper.jpg

This requires update setting to be set like this

Cannot install MS .Net Framwork 4.6.1-update-settings.jpg

Hans L · 25 Feb 2016

When I see what you write, I realize I have only a very vague idea of what MS .Net Framwork actually is used for. So, consequently, I do not understand why you prefer one version (4.5.2) over another (the new 4.6.1). Now, I do not expect you to be my teacher, but maybe you would say a word or two about why you do not want to install the latest version?

Hans L

Mellon Head · 26 Feb 2016

Hans,

The .NET framework is used by many Windows programs to perform system functions. It handles the actual window functions for example. Some computer languages use it as a library of functions to get jobs done, and some programs wont work without .NET because they were written in a language that requires it to run.

That being said, having the newest version of .NET framework will give you maximum compatibility with the newest programs. I always have the latest version installed on my computer, but I am doing development work and I need my computer to be able to use all of the functions that .NET has to offer. You may not need to have the newest version unless you get a new-ish program that requires it. In that case, it's a simple matter to install the latest version. In fact most installers of new software that require a specific version of .NET will install it for you.

ThrashZone · 26 Feb 2016

Yep see Mellon Head's post :)