What is Java

What is Java?

Java is a programming language and computing platform that was released in 1995. It has evolved from humble beginnings to power a large part of today's digital world, on which many services and applications are built. New, innovative products and digital services designed for the future also rely on Java.

While most modern Java applications tie the Java runtime and application together, there are still many applications and even some websites that will not work unless you have desktop Java installed. Java.com, this website, is intended for consumers who may still need Java for their desktop applications - especially applications targeting Java 8. Developers as well as users who want to learn Java programming should instead visit the dev.java website and business users should visit oracle.com/java for more information.

Can Java free to download?

Yes, Java is free to download. Java is free for personal use and also free for development: developers can find all development kits and other useful tools at https://www.oracle.com/javadownload/.

What is Java Plug-in software?

The Java Plugin software is a component of the JRE (Java Runtime Environment). JRE allows certain applications written in the Java programming language to be launched through certain browsers. Java Plugin software is not a standalone program and cannot be installed separately.

Why should I upgrade to the latest Java patch?

The latest Java patches include significant improvements to improve the performance, stability and security of Java applications running on your machine. Installing these updates will ensure that your Java applications will continue to run with the latest version.