Users questions

What is my Java Runtime Environment version?

Joe Ford

What is my Java Runtime Environment version?

The Java version can be found in the Java Control Panel. Under the General tab in the Java Control Panel, the version is available through the About section. A dialog appears (after clicking About) showing the Java version.

How do I find the Java Runtime path?

Click the Advanced tab, and then click Environment Variables. Under System Variables, look for the JAVA_HOME system variable. The JAVA_HOME path should point to the location that you recorded when you installed the JRE.

What is Java Runtime Environment and do I need it?

The Java Runtime Environment (JRE) is what you get when you download Java software. The JRE consists of the Java Virtual Machine (JVM), Java platform core classes, and supporting Java platform libraries. The JRE is the runtime portion of Java software, which is all you need to run it in your Web browser.

How do I fix Java Runtime Environment not found?

Enable the latest installed version of Java in the Java Control Panel

  1. In the Java Control Panel, click on the Java tab.
  2. Click View to display the Java Runtime Environment Settings.
  3. Verify that the latest Java Runtime version is enabled by checking the Enabled box.
  4. Click OK to save settings.

What does Java Runtime Environment do?

The Java Runtime Environment, or JRE, is a software layer that runs on top of a computer’s operating system software and provides the class libraries and other resources that a specific Java program needs to run.

Should I keep Java on my PC?

At one time, Java was absolutely necessary if you wanted to be able to use your computer for, well, just about everything. Today there is less need for it. A growing number of security experts recommend not installing Java if you don’t already have it, and perhaps even getting rid of it if you do.

How do I get Java to work?

Internet Explorer

  1. Click Tools and then Internet Options.
  2. Select the Security tab, and select the Custom Level button.
  3. Scroll down to Scripting of Java applets.
  4. Make sure the Enable radio button is checked.
  5. Click OK to save your preference.

Why I Cannot install Java in my computer?

Active firewall or antivirus software may prevent Java from installing properly. Remember to turn your firewall or antivirus software back on when you have successfully completed the Java install.

Do I need to restart after installing Java?

A: Rebooting is sometimes required because Microsoft Windows Installer, the technology used by the Java installer, requires it. In addition, some Java files could be locked and cannot be replaced without a reboot.

What is latest version of Java?

The latest version of Java is Java 16 or JDK 16 released on March, 16th 2021 (follow this article to check Java version on your computer). JDK 17 is in progress with early-access builds and will become the next LTS (Long Term Support) JDK.

Is Java SE free?

Java SE 8 remains free of charge for general purpose desktop and server use and is available under the Oracle Binary Code License (BCL) at https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/javase-downloads.html.