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The primary reason is security. The .hlp file structure is old and lacks the robust sandboxing found in modern help formats like .chm (Compiled HTML Help). Because .hlp files can execute macros, they became a potential vector for malware. Microsoft decided that instead of patching an outdated architecture, they would simply retire the tool.

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Since there is no official "installer" for Windows 10, you have to use files sourced from older versions of Windows (like Windows 7 or 8.1) and manually place them in your system folders. The primary reason is security