Q: Can I uninstall .NET Framework 3.5? A: Yes, you can uninstall .NET Framework 3.5 through the Control Panel or Windows Features interface.

If you are running Windows 8.1 64-bit and have ever tried to launch an older game, a legacy accounting program, or a specialized enterprise tool, you have likely encountered the dreaded error message: "This application requires .NET Framework 3.5."

For , the most reliable offline installation of .NET Framework 3.5 is via DISM + Windows installation media . If that’s not possible, download the full 231 MB dotnetfx35.exe from Microsoft, not a third-party site.

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