Do I really need Microsoft Silverlight?

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  1. Do I really need Microsoft Silverlight?
  2. Is Silverlight free?
  3. What is Microsoft Silverlight used for?
  4. Why was Silverlight discontinued?
  5. Is Microsoft Silverlight still used?
  6. Can I get rid of Microsoft Silverlight?
  7. What is replacing Silverlight?
  8. Is Silverlight still used?
  9. Is Microsoft Silverlight safe?
  10. Does Netflix still use Silverlight?
  11. Is Silverlight a security risk?
  12. How do I fix corrupt Silverlight?
  13. Should I delete Silverlight?
  14. Does anyone still use Silverlight?
  15. Why does Netflix use Silverlight?
  16. Is Silverlight a virus?
  17. How do you clean Silverlight?
  18. What can I replace Silverlight with?
  19. Which video player does Netflix use?
  20. What is Microsoft Silverlight and why do I need it?

Do I really need Microsoft Silverlight?

Its not a requirement to have it installed, but as noted, some web pages utilize it for streaming multimedia content. I believe the last Olympics which MSNBC had exclusive rights to stream on the web, required Silverlight. Its what you call a Rich Internet Application, similar to Adobe Flash.

Is Silverlight free?

As stated, Silverlight is a browser plugin that was meant to help users stream videos and use websites more easily. Its software development kit (SDK) and other resources are still available to download for free.

What is Microsoft Silverlight used for?

Microsoft Silverlight is a free web-browser plug-in that enables interactive media experiences, rich business applications and immersive mobile apps.

Why was Silverlight discontinued?

The Mono Team abandoned development of Moonlight, a free and open-source implementation of both the Silverlight 1 and 2 runtimes. Development was discontinued in 2012 due to the poor acceptance of Silverlight and the restrictions imposed by Microsoft.

Is Microsoft Silverlight still used?

Microsoft Silverlight will reach the end of support on Octo. Silverlight development framework is currently only supported on Internet Explorer 10 and Internet Explorer 11, with support for Internet Explorer 10 ending on Janu.

Can I get rid of Microsoft Silverlight?

Microsoft Silverlight Silverlight is a web framework, similar to Adobe Flash, that once enabled rich media content in your browser. ... You won't lose anything by uninstalling Silverlight.

What is replacing Silverlight?

Microsoft Silverlight Competitors and Alternatives
  • Adobe AIR.
  • Visual Studio IDE.
  • Rider.
  • Adobe Animate (formerly Flash)
  • Azure App Service.
  • FortiGate.
  • ASP.NET.
  • Progress Telerik UI.
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Is Silverlight still used?

Microsoft Silverlight will reach the end of support on Octo. Silverlight development framework is currently only supported on Internet Explorer 10 and Internet Explorer 11, with support for Internet Explorer 10 ending on Janu.

Is Microsoft Silverlight safe?

Leo says Silverlight is safe, it's made by Microsoft and is pretty much a Flash equivalent.

Does Netflix still use Silverlight?

Netflix will drop Silverlight in favor of HTML5 for its browser-based streaming service, in part because Microsoft is ending support for its video plugin in 2021.

Is Silverlight a security risk?

Silverlight, like all applications, will require a security patch to address issues that may be exploited in an attack. ... Until organizations keep Silverlight -- and all other applications and systems -- patched and up to date, hackers will continue to exploit the vulnerabilities in it.

How do I fix corrupt Silverlight?

How to Repair a Corrupt Version of Microsoft Silverlight
  1. Click on the link below. http://support.microsoft.com/kb/2608523.
  2. Scroll down until you see the "Fix it" icon. Click icon.
  3. Click Next.
  4. Wait for problem to be detected.
  5. Click Install.
  6. Wait for problem to be resolved.
  7. Accept the license agreement.
  8. Click Next.
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Should I delete Silverlight?

Microsoft Silverlight Silverlight is a web framework, similar to Adobe Flash, that once enabled rich media content in your browser. Years ago, these plugins were necessary on a lot of websites. But now they're deprecated and no longer useful. ... You won't lose anything by uninstalling Silverlight.

Does anyone still use Silverlight?

Currently, the only browsers that continue to run Silverlight are Internet Explorer 10 and 11.

Why does Netflix use Silverlight?

If you see repeated prompts to install Silverlight when you try to watch Netflix, it usually means there's an issue with the permissions on your computer, or that your browser isn't compatible. Follow the troubleshooting steps below to resolve the issue.

Is Silverlight a virus?

Silverlight is a Microsoft product that allows you to view video on certain websites much like Adobe Flash Player is required to watch most video online. It is not a virus but the notification you are receiving may indicate you have or had a infection of some sort that corrupted it.

How do you clean Silverlight?

How to uninstall Silverlight
  1. Quit all open internet browsers.
  2. Click on the Start button.
  3. Select Control Panel.
  4. Select Programs & Features.
  5. Locate and click on Microsoft Silverlight, then click Uninstall. ...
  6. Your PC will notify you when the uninstall process is complete.

What can I replace Silverlight with?

Microsoft Silverlight Competitors and Alternatives
  • Adobe AIR.
  • Visual Studio IDE.
  • Rider.
  • Adobe Animate (formerly Flash)
  • Azure App Service.
  • FortiGate.
  • ASP.NET.
  • Progress Telerik UI.
Daha fazla öğe...

Which video player does Netflix use?

Microsoft Silverlight We currently use Microsoft Silverlight to deliver streaming video to web browsers on the PC and Mac. It provides a high-quality streaming experience and lets us easily experiment with improvements to our adaptive streaming algorithms.

What is Microsoft Silverlight and why do I need it?

Silverlight is Microsoft's technology to improve web content and your overall Internet experience. With Silverlight, browsers can play MP3, WMV and WMA files without Windows Media Player opening or the WMP ActiveX control. It supports multi-media content such as animation, video playback, and interactive features.