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If an application is requesting this feature, follow these steps: Turn on Windows Features Start menu and type "Turn Windows features on or off". .NET Framework 4.8 (or similar 4.x entry) and ensure the box is checked. and let Windows download any necessary files. Standalone Installer : If the feature is missing, you can download the official .NET Framework 4.8 installer from Microsoft. Repair Tool microsoft net framework v40303191 hot