What is Visual C++ 2008 redistributable X64?

The Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package (x64) installs runtime components of Visual C++ Libraries required to run 64-bit applications developed with Visual C++ on a computer that does not have Visual C++ 2008 installed.

Do I need Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 redistributable?

There may be different versions of Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable files. They would be for 2005, 2008 and 2010. Many times software requires these files and automatically install the required files. I do not suggest you delete them.

What is Microsoft Visual C++ redistributable package X64?

The Visual C++ Redistributable is a DLL (Dynamic Link Library) file required by programs or games built using Microsoft’s Visual Studio software development environment. When a program requires a DLL or some other supporting file to run, this is called a dependency.

Do I need both X64 and x86 Microsoft Visual C++?

In most cases you should install both the x64 (64-bit) and the x86 (32-bit) versions. If you’re using a 32-bit version of Windows, then you only need to install the x86 version.

What is Visual C++ 2008 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 x86 or X64?

It depends on whether you use 32-bit and/or 64-bit VC++ programs. If I did uninstall the x86 version, would the x64 version cover the dependencies on the x86 package? No, you need the x86 version to run 32-bit VC++ programs, and you need the x64 version to run 64-bit VC++ programs.

Is Visual Studio 2008 still supported?

In line with our ten-year support policy, Visual Studio 2008, its associated products, runtimes, and components will cease to be supported from April 10, 2018.