Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable for Windows

Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable provides the necessary runtime libraries for C++ applications built with Visual Studio 2015. It installs crucial components, including the C Runtime (CRT), Standard C++ Libraries, MFC, C++ AMP, and OpenMP, enabling applications that depend on these to run without a full Visual Studio setup. 

Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable is essential for software that dynamically links to Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable libraries, allowing C++ programs to execute seamlessly in various environments, even when the developer’s toolkit isn't present. This free program plays a vital role in the distribution and functionality of many C++ software titles.

One install, many programs

Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable installs dynamic link library files and other system dependencies required for executing C++ programs built with Visual Studio 2015. Instead of each program having its own copy of these files, developers use a single, shared package. Once that package is installed on your computer, your system automatically knows where to find and use those files whenever a program needs them.

This package helps apps that use important C++ features and tools like MFC or OpenMP. These are crucial for managing tasks, handling errors, and allocating memory. By keeping these tools in a central location on your computer, the package ensures they work consistently and reliably for all applications that need them. It's like a shared toolbox for C++ programs, providing the necessary parts without installing all the development tools.

It also facilitates support for C++ AMP (Accelerated Massive Parallelism), expanding its applicability to programs that incorporate GPU computing. This setup helps manage programs that scale across multiple hardware threads or use parallel computing models. You can utilize a redistributable package to provide shared libraries, eliminating redundant copies within each program and simplifying software installation by installing common files only once. However, it's limited to Visual Studio 2015-linked programs only.

Silent runtime dependency

Microsoft Visual C++ 2015 Redistributable does not offer end-user features or settings to configure. Its utility lies solely in providing necessary system files that support the execution of certain C++ programs. It helps the applications that require these specific components. However, it's limited to Visual Studio 2015-linked programs only. It doesn’t serve as a development tool, but rather a silent dependency that ensures runtime compatibility between compiled C++ code.

• Security updates and stability improvements
• Enhanced support for C++ AMP and OpenMP execution
• Fixed runtime issues with multithreaded applications