Can I delete C++ 2005 redistributable?

Can I delete C++ 2005 redistributable?

You can uninstall any (or all) Visual C++ redistributable, but if the application program that requires it is still installed, that program will no longer work. There is no easy way to determine in advance which of your application programs rely on which versions of the VC++ redistributable.

What is Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 redistributable and do I need it?

For example, the Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable Package (vcredist_x86.exe) installs runtime components of Visual C++ required to run applications developed with Visual C++ on a computer that does not have Visual C++ 2005 compiler installed.

What is C++ Redist 2005 SP1 x86?

By Microsoft. The Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run applications developed with Visual C++ on a computer that does not have Visual C++ 2005 installed.

What is Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 redistributable package x86?

The Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run applications developed with Visual C++ SP1 on a computer that does not have Visual C++ 2008 SP1 installed.

Do I need Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable on my computer?

The fact that they are on your computer means that Windows 10 and/or your 3rd party applications require them. When you install a program that requires a specific version of Microsoft Visual C++, it will automatically install it first before installing the program.

Do I need all the versions of Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable?

There are multiple different versions of Visual C++ Redistributable. Unfortunately, newer ones don’t supersede older ones. For example, the Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable doesn’t automatically replace the Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable. Both may be needed.

What is C++ Redist 2008 SP1 x64?

By Microsoft. The Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 SP1 Redistributable Package (x86) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run applications developed with Visual C++ SP1 on a computer that does not have Visual C++ 2008 SP1 installed.

What is Microsoft Visual C++ do I need it?

Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable is a standard distributable package of shared code that comes as part of your Windows and enables apps to run on your PC. All in all, Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable is a pretty handy feature that your apps rely on to work for you. So, you do need it – it’s a fact.