Issue 489 · Week of May 18, 2026
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.NET Framework 3.5 switches to standalone deployment on new Windows

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.NET Framework 3.5 is no longer bundled with new Windows versions, and Microsoft will ship its servicing updates separately. This means you install it only when you actually need it. For anyone maintaining old apps, it's worth noting how updates will now arrive independently of the OS.