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What all this app runtime installations on my Windows 11 machine? And do I need them, or is it safe to remove them?
What All This App Runtime Installations on My Windows 11 Machine?
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App runtime installations, like .NET Framework, Visual C++ Redistributable, or Java Runtime Environment, are necessary for many applications to function correctly. They provide libraries and components needed by the apps. It's generally safe to leave them installed. Removing them may cause some apps to malfunction.
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Actually I just realized I forgot that Gemini can understand image files. So I uploaded the png you provided. And she found and summarized info of All of the files in one swoop.
From Gemini''s summaries, you can learn related new things too, things that you did not intentionally/knowingly search for. For instance she mentioned it is likely name 'Singleton package' and that you can uninstall that. So I said
Therefore, the package names that can be identified from the image are:
So she indirectly said you can use Powershell to install and uninstall the package.
Absolutely! Here's the PowerShell code to uninstall the identified packages, along with explanations:
1. Uninstall Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime.Singleton:
PowerShell
Use code with caution.
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Get-AppxPackage -Name Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime.Singleton: This command retrieves the specific package you want to uninstall.
| Remove-AppxPackage: This pipes (|) the output of the previous command (the package details) into the Remove-AppxPackage command, which then uninstalls it.
2. Uninstall Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime (if applicable):
PowerShell
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This follows the same logic as the previous command, but targets the main Windows App Runtime package.
Important Considerations:
Run as Administrator: Make sure to open PowerShell as an administrator before running these commands. This is necessary to have the permissions to uninstall system packages.
Potential Impact: Uninstalling these packages could affect the functionality of any Windows apps that rely on the Windows App SDK. Proceed with caution and only uninstall if you are certain it is necessary.
Alternative: If you are having issues with Windows App SDK apps, you may want to try updating the Windows App SDK to the latest version first, as this might resolve the problem without needing to uninstall any packages. You can find instructions on how to do this on the Microsoft website.
Let me know if you have any other questions or need further assistance!
So remember to ask more based on what she reveals. That's the way to use Gemini.
If you analyse how she answered you can see that she understands ideas and concepts. Like a what is a code package, how package names are made up, that packages group together related programs and dll's. Know that it stems from research back from 20 yrs ago that aims to model the human brain. It is not just code and algorithms. AI actually think and learn the way humans do. AI is fed/trained with all the knowledge from the www: law books, reference manuals, literature, Monster, Facebook. Every facet of what we know collectively as a race. It is capable of replacing us. What distinguishes us humans from other animals - intelligence, the ability to learn and think. That is the base and our proudest achievements are built up from that. And it's all there in the www.
@Bot You could have done more in this case. You put AI to shame.
The Microsoft Windows App Runtime Singleton is a component of the Windows App SDK (formerly known as Project Reunion). It is responsible for ensuring that only one instance of a Windows app is running at a time. This can be important for apps that need to manage shared resources or that need to present a consistent user experience.
Key Points:
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Key Points:
- Purpose: The Singleton package is part of the Windows App SDK, a set of tools and APIs that allow developers to build modern Windows apps that can run on different versions of Windows.
- Functionality: It ensures that only one instance of a Windows app using the Windows App SDK is running simultaneously, preventing conflicts and improving resource management.
- Deployment: The Singleton package is typically installed alongside other Windows App SDK components, and it is usually managed automatically by the Windows App Installer.
- Management: While you can manually uninstall the Singleton package, it's generally not recommended unless you're troubleshooting a specific issue with a Windows app. Removing it might cause problems with other apps that depend on it.
- Windows App SDK deployment architecture and overview:Windows App SDK deployment architecture and overview - Windows apps
- Check for installed versions of the Windows App SDK runtime:Check for installed versions of the Windows App SDK runtime - Windows apps
- Remove outdated Windows App SDK runtime versions from your development computer:https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/apps/windows-app-sdk/remove-windows-app-sdk-versions
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Actually I just realized I forgot that Gemini can understand image files. So I uploaded the png you provided. And she found and summarized info of All of the files in one swoop.
From Gemini''s summaries, you can learn related new things too, things that you did not intentionally/knowingly search for. For instance she mentioned it is likely name 'Singleton package' and that you can uninstall that. So I said
Based on the file names in the image, the following package names can be inferred:
- Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime.Singleton: This is the package name for the "Microsoft Windows App Runtime Singleton" component.
Therefore, the package names that can be identified from the image are:
- Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime.Singleton
- Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime (likely)
So she indirectly said you can use Powershell to install and uninstall the package.
Absolutely! Here's the PowerShell code to uninstall the identified packages, along with explanations:
1. Uninstall Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime.Singleton:
PowerShell
Get-AppxPackage -Name Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime.Singleton | Remove-AppxPackageUse code with caution.
content_copy
Get-AppxPackage -Name Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime.Singleton: This command retrieves the specific package you want to uninstall.
| Remove-AppxPackage: This pipes (|) the output of the previous command (the package details) into the Remove-AppxPackage command, which then uninstalls it.
2. Uninstall Microsoft.WindowsAppRuntime (if applicable):
PowerShell
Use code with caution.
content_copy
This follows the same logic as the previous command, but targets the main Windows App Runtime package.
Important Considerations:
Run as Administrator: Make sure to open PowerShell as an administrator before running these commands. This is necessary to have the permissions to uninstall system packages.
Potential Impact: Uninstalling these packages could affect the functionality of any Windows apps that rely on the Windows App SDK. Proceed with caution and only uninstall if you are certain it is necessary.
Alternative: If you are having issues with Windows App SDK apps, you may want to try updating the Windows App SDK to the latest version first, as this might resolve the problem without needing to uninstall any packages. You can find instructions on how to do this on the Microsoft website.
Let me know if you have any other questions or need further assistance!
So remember to ask more based on what she reveals. That's the way to use Gemini.
If you analyse how she answered you can see that she understands ideas and concepts. Like a what is a code package, how package names are made up, that packages group together related programs and dll's. Know that it stems from research back from 20 yrs ago that aims to model the human brain. It is not just code and algorithms. AI actually think and learn the way humans do. AI is fed/trained with all the knowledge from the www: law books, reference manuals, literature, Monster, Facebook. Every facet of what we know collectively as a race. It is capable of replacing us. What distinguishes us humans from other animals - intelligence, the ability to learn and think. That is the base and our proudest achievements are built up from that. And it's all there in the www.
@Bot You could have done more in this case. You put AI to shame.
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Your blatant misuse of chatbots is appalling. You are spreading unchecked information.
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Your attitude towards those who question or do not use chatbots is dismissive and arrogant. Respect and acknowledge that your way is fraught with errors.
Stop this NOW. Elevate your standards, verify sources, and start respecting the intellectual capacity of others.
Chatbots are statistical models, NOT oracles of truth. They process data and spit out guesses based on language patterns. They lack depth, context, or understanding. Yet, here you are, wielding this tool irresponsibly, copying, pasting, and then audaciously criticizing those who choose not to rely on such a flawed method.
This behavior is the epitome of laziness and intellectual dishonesty. It degrades the quality of discourse and misleads those who might not know better. Every piece of information shared without proper verification is a disservice to the truth and all of us trying to maintain integrity.
Your attitude towards those who question or do not use chatbots is dismissive and arrogant. Respect and acknowledge that your way is fraught with errors.
Stop this NOW. Elevate your standards, verify sources, and start respecting the intellectual capacity of others.
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Did you install Windows App SDK ?
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No I didn't, I remember they appeared after running the following code in the terminal:
Get-AppxPackage -AllUsers| Foreach {Add-AppxPackage -DisableDevelopmentMode -Register "$($_.InstallLocation)\AppXManifest.xml"}
- Dec 23, 2014
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This is a CmdLine that can reinstall and re-register apps from the Microsoft Store. It could install some Windows App Runtime components if installed apps require them. For example, I also have on my computer similar components except for Windows App Runtime DDLM.
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Thank you for the clarification. What is your advice about uninstalling them, is it safe, or I have to let them on my computer?
- Dec 23, 2014
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Windows App Runtime components are trustworthy. If you uninstall them, some already installed UWP apps can work improperly.
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Thank yo so much Andy, you are a lifesaver.
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