can I uninstall the many Microsoft C++ Redistributable various versions, or do they need to remain active as a program without it messing up my computer?

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can I uninstall the many Microsoft C++ Redistributable various versions, or do they need to remain active as a program without it messing up my computer?

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Hi, good day! I'm John Dev a Windows user like you and I'll be happy to assist you today. I know this has been difficult for you, Rest assured, I'm going to do my best to help you.

I recommend not to remove the Microsoft Visual C++ as these are redistributable where one of your applications relied on. It could cause some of your applications to not run correctly and worse, even cause your Windows to become unstable.

Please check the link below for more details.

https://www.howtogeek.com/256245/why-are-there-...

Kindly let me know if this helps or if you have any further concerns by clicking the "Reply" button at the end of my response. I will appreciate it.

Kind regards,

John DeV

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