The `msvcp90.dll` is a dynamic link library (DLL) file associated with the Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package, which is part of the Microsoft Visual Studio 2008 suite. The "msvcp" prefix stands for Microsoft Visual C++, and the "90" indicates its association with Visual Studio 2008. This DLL contains the standard C++ library functions used by C++ applications developed with Visual Studio 2008.
These functions include operations related to file input/output, string manipulation, memory management, and other standard library functionalities. The presence of `msvcp90.dll` is essential for the execution of C++ applications compiled with Visual Studio 2008, as it provides the runtime components necessary for these applications to run on Windows systems.
The `msvcp90.dll` and other runtime libraries are typically installed on a system as part of the Microsoft Visual C++ Redistributable Package for Visual Studio 2008. This redistributable package ensures that all necessary runtime components are available on the target system, enabling applications that depend on these libraries to function correctly.
If users or developers encounter issues with `msvcp90.dll`, such as error messages indicating that the DLL is missing or corrupted, it can lead to problems running applications built with Visual Studio 2008. Resolving such issues often involves reinstalling the Microsoft Visual C++ 2008 Redistributable Package, which should restore the `msvcp90.dll` file and other associated runtime components. It's important to source the redistributable package from official Microsoft channels to ensure system integrity and security.
About msvcp90.dll
How to Fix DLL Errors:
To fix .dll errors, you can try these common solutions. While some errors might need more detailed fixes, these initial steps often solve the most common problems.
- Re-install the application that requires msvcp90.dll to restore missing .dll files and fix dll errors.
- Download and install a new copy of msvcp90.dll to fix dll errors.
- In some cases, you may need to register msvcp90.dll in Windows.
- View our guides to troubleshoot and fix common .dll errors.
Windows Error Examples:
This application has failed to start because msvcp90.dll was not found. Re-installing the application may fix this problem.
msvcp90.dll Not Found.