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There are several solutions to resolve the 0xc000007b error that appears in Visual Studio 2019, including:

1. Install the latest Windows Updates: Ensure that your Windows system is up-to-date and all the latest updates are installed.

2. Run the application as an administrator: Right-click on the application icon and select "Run as administrator."

3. Reinstall Visual C++ Redistributable: Download and reinstall the Visual C++ Redistributable package that corresponds to your system architecture.

4. Install DirectX: Install the latest version of DirectX from the official Microsoft website.

5. Disable antivirus and firewall programs: Temporarily disable any antivirus and firewall programs on your system, as they may be blocking the application.

6. Perform a clean boot: Perform a clean boot and try running the application.

7. Verify the integrity of game files: If the issue is occurring with a game, try verifying the integrity of the game files through the game's properties in Steam or other similar platforms.

8. Reinstall the application: If all else fails, try uninstalling and reinstalling the application.