Do I need these Microsoft programs?

[Why Syzygy]

I'm not a programmer or developer.

* Microsoft Visual C++ 2005

* Microsoft XML Parser and SDK

* Microsoft .NET Framework

I've tried to research XML, but it is Hungarian to me.

Thanks in advance.

[ChromeFoundry]

1. You will probably need...

the Microsoft .Net Frameworks.

Visual C++, would only be needed if it is the Redistributable Runtime.

Doubtful you will need the XML Parser and SDK.

[Duer 157099]

2. the .Net is only needed if you are running programs that require it

I know, not too helpful. But for example, I wanted to run a certain driver scanner once (it makes a list of all your drivers and backs them up) but the program was written with a .Net framework, so I could only use the program after installing the .net on my computer. Otherwise, I've never needed it.

So, it depends.

The others are probably more for programmers/developers (sdk = software development kit)

[paparush]

3. C++ and the SDK are only needed if you are going to write your own software.

Leave the .NET framework.

You can delete the XML Parser

[Why Syzygy]

4. I had two versions of .NET

1.1 and 2.1, IIRC. I've already removed the more recent one. I don't think I ever need it. I think I'll uninstall the 1.1, and let Windows update give me the latest next time. I realized that Windows update was giving me updates for the XML, so removing that will save time and space.

Thanks to everyone!