redist-installer/README.md

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Installs common Redist programs for Windows.

```powershell
irm chse.dev/ri | iex
```

| Program Name                                                            | Official |
| ----------------------------------------------------------------------- | -------- |
| Microsoft Visual C++ 2015-2019 Redistributable (x86, x64) - 14.29.30139 | Yes      |
| Microsoft Visual C++ 2013 Redistributable (x86, x64) - 12.0.40664       | Yes      |
| Microsoft Visual C++ 2012 Redistributable (x86, x64) - 11.0.61030       | Yes      |
| Microsoft Visual C++ 2010 Redistributable (x86, x64) - 10.0.30319.01    | Yes      |
| Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable (x86, x64) - 9.0.21022.08     | Yes      |
| Microsoft Visual C++ 2005 Redistributable (x86, x64) - 6.00.2900.2180   | Yes      |
| Microsoft .NET Framework 4.7.2                                          | Yes      |
| Microsoft DirectX 9.0 - 9.29.1974.0                                     | Yes      |
| Microsoft MSXML 4.0 SP2 Parser and SDK                                  | Yes      |
| DirectX 9.0c Extra Files [sereby.org] (x86, x64) - 1.10.6.0             | No       |
| 7-Zip 22.01 *(Used for unpacking everything, not actually installed.)*  | Yes      |

### Common Errors Resolved by Redist Installer
Many games and applications require specific redistributable packages to run properly. Missing these packages can lead to a variety of errors. The Redist Installer ensures that your system has all the necessary redistributables, helping to prevent and fix these common issues:

### Examples of Errors:
- "The program can't start because MSVCP140.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem."
This is often resolved by installing the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable packages.

- ".NET Framework Initialization Error: To run this application, you must first install one of the following versions of the .NET Framework..."
Installing the required version of the .NET Framework can fix this issue.

- "Failed to load dx9.dll"
This error typically indicates that DirectX 9.0c or its components are missing or outdated.

- "Application Error: The application was unable to start correctly (0xc000007b)."
This error can sometimes be resolved by ensuring all necessary Visual C++ redistributables are installed.

- "This application has failed to start because the application configuration is incorrect. Reinstalling the application may fix this problem."
Often related to missing or corrupt Visual C++ Redistributable files.

These are just a few examples. If you encounter issues starting games or other software, running the Redist Installer can often be a quick and effective solution.