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.NET 9 is the latest version of Microsoft’s cross-platform framework for building modern applications. Installing it on Windows Server 2025 allows you to develop and run web, desktop, and cloud applications efficiently.
Step 1: Download .NET 9 Installer
Go to the official Microsoft .NET download page:
Select the Windows x64 installer for the runtime or SDK, depending on your needs.
Step 2: Run the Installer
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Open the downloaded
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Follow the installation wizard and accept the license agreement.
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Choose the installation path (default is fine).
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Click Install and wait for completion.
Step 3: Verify Installation
Open PowerShell or Command Prompt and check the installed version:
dotnet --version
You should see something like 9.0.x.
Step 4: Install Additional Workloads (Optional)
For development purposes, you might need ASP.NET or desktop components:
dotnet workload install maui dotnet workload install wasm-tools
This ensures all required libraries for web, mobile, or desktop projects are available.
Step 5: Test Your Installation
Create a sample project to verify that .NET 9 is working:
dotnet new console -n TestApp cd TestApp dotnet run
It should print Hello, World! confirming a successful installation. DotNET 9 is now installed on Windows Server 2025, ready for development and deployment of modern applications. For more Windows server guides and software tutorials, visit dropvps.com.
