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By using Microsoft Application Virtualization (App-V) 5, administrators can make applications available to users without installing the applications directly on user computers. App-V transforms applications into centrally managed services that are never installed and don't conflict with other applications.
Important
Extended support for MDOP ends on April 14, 2026. For more information, see Microsoft Desktop Optimization Pack (MDOP) support extended.
Documentation for previous versions of MDOP is available with the Windows previous versions documentation.
Important
The Windows App-V client follows the lifecycle of its corresponding Windows version. Fixed extended support for App-V server continues through October 9, 2029. For more information, see App-V in Windows support policy.
Consider using Azure Virtual Desktop with MSIX app attach. For more information, see What is Azure Virtual Desktop? and Add and manage app attach and MSIX app attach applications in Azure Virtual Desktop.
To get started with App-V 5, see the following articles: