Update java program. Java Application Update

Mac OSX users: See How to update Java for Mac for more information.

What is Java Auto Update? How does automatic update work?

Java Update is a feature that keeps your Windows computer up-to-date with the latest Java releases. When you have auto update enabled, your system periodically checks for new versions of Java. When a new version is found we ask your permission to upgrade your Java installation. You can, or at any time.

How do I change how often I am notified about new Java versions?

Typically, you will be notified of the update within a week of its release.

Why shouldn't I disable the notifications?

By enabling your system to check for the latest version, you keep your system secure with the latest patch updates. We strongly recommend that you do not disable the update feature. Instead, change preferences for how often you"d like to be notified of newer versions. The default setting is to notify on a weekly basis.

How do I configure my system to automatically download newer Java versions?

Under the update tab of the Java Control Panel.

How do I install the update?

When you are notified of a newer version, click on the to start the update process.

Why should I give permission to run the Java Auto Updater program?

• is installed as part of the Java installation
• does not automatically install Java. It will present you with the option to install the latest Java version

Why am I notified each time I restart my computer?

Starting with Windows Vista and later versions, when you restart your system, the Windows process jucheck.exe (also known as Java Auto Updater), is initiated and attempts to check for the latest Java version. The Windows to allow this process to run.

Why can't I change the Update settings?

The ability to make changes to the update tab may not be enabled if you are not logged in as administrator or if your network administrator has disabled that feature during installation.

Why is the Update tab missing from the Java Control Panel?

Java Auto Update is not available for 64-bit versions of Java prior to Java 8. For those versions prior to Java 8, the Update tab is not available in the Java Control Panel.

Starting with Java 8 Update 20, the Update tab in the Java Control Panel enables users to automatically update 64-bit JREs (in addition to 32-bit versions) that are installed on their system.

Why aren't my update settings saved?

See Java update settings are not saved in the Java control panel for more information and a workaround.

Does updating from Java 6 to Java 7 remove any previous versions?

Yes, updating to Java 7, using Auto Update or updating through the Java Control Panel, will remove the highest version of Java 6 installed. Java 6 has reached its End of Public Updates, which means there will be no further public secure updates for Java 6. It is recommended that Java 6 be removed from your computer to make it more secure.

Java Update Options

Change the Java update settings through the Java Control Panel.

Change Automatic Update Settings

Change the Update Schedule

1. On the Java Control Panel update tab, click Advanced
   The Automatic Update Advanced Settings dialog appears.
2. Change the frequency and the date and time for the Java Update.
3. Click OK. Java Update scheduler will check for new Java updates and notify you at the scheduled frequency.

For daily updates, you can select the time of the day for the update. For weekly updates, you can select the day of the week and the time of the day. For monthly updates, you can select the day of the week and the time of the day. Monthly updates check weekly and notify you within 30 days that an update is available, however, if an update is considered critical you are notified within a week of its release.

Good day!

You're working, you're working... and all of a sudden you start one of your programs and see the message "Java update needed" ("Java update required"). Many simply wonder what this component is and where to get it...

Generally, Java- it's a spec. technology used in the development various programs(some site modules*). Such developments make working on the Internet easier, more convenient and faster.

Where can you find Java when working on the Internet? Yes, for example, on various gaming sites (where an online toy is launched in a small window), in Internet banking systems, on the sites of Oblenergo, etc. (when transferring important confidential information and personal data) .

Several times a year (approximately) Java is updated. If your PC / laptop does not have new version Java - then you will not be able to run a number of applications (some elements of the sites will not be available to you). Also, your system becomes less secure to work with.

In this article, I'll show you how Java is installed and updated (and I'll go through the related questions). I think the material will be useful to many who have a "problem" with this package...

Where to download the package, how to update

I hasten to note right away that you should download the package only from the official site www.java.com(links to relevant pages will be given below)! I strongly do not recommend downloading the Java installer from those sites that inform you of the need to update it (very often, instead of a real installer, you are slipped virus software).

Method 1

If you have a "modern" OS* (Windows 7, 8, 10)- then you will be using Java at least version 8, which means that before installing / updating you do not need to do anything manually with the previous version of this package. Only in rare cases (in case of failures, virus attacks etc.), you must manually uninstall the previous version before installation. How to do this is described at the bottom of the article.

If you are using Windows system XP(which only supports the 7th version of Java) - before updating Java, you must first uninstall the old version (also indicated below in the article).

#Install via web installer

Installing Java via the web installer is the easiest and most convenient way, thanks to which you do not need to think about whether you have an old version installed, what to do with it, whether it needs to be updated, etc. Just download the installer and run it (by the way, to download - just go to home page Java site and click on the button of the same name, see the screenshot below) ...

Then open the downloaded file and agree to update/install Java. After that, the download will start. desired package appropriate for your system.

#Installation using standalone package

Page address with different versions:

It helps a lot when you want to install Java on a computer / laptop that is not connected to the Internet.

In this case, I will immediately note that the Java site presents 2 offline installer, differing in bit depth. Choose based on your version of Windows, and the bitness of the programs (browsers) that you have installed (about).

I also note that currently supported versions new Java(Version 8) - OS Windows Vista, 7, 8, 10, Server 2008, 2012 (Windows XP - no longer supported, you can install a package no older than Java version 7 on it).

As for the installation itself: then after downloading the file, it is enough to run it, and then the process is identical to installing any other programs.

Method 2

This method is suitable for those who already have a Java package installed and want to update it (if you do not have this package, you will not find such shortcuts in START).

And so, open the START menu and click on the label "Check for Updates" (check for updates). See screenshot below.

You can also call this window not through the START menu, but by opening it (do not forget to translate the display into large icons, as in the example below).

Then open the "Update" tab, and click on the "Update now" button (i.e. "update now").

Your Java version will be automatically checked against the latest one (available on the official website). If the version is already outdated, it will start updating, if you have the latest version installed, you will see the "You already have the latest Java Platform ..." window (translated as "you have the latest version ..."). An example is below.

How to properly uninstall the previous version

Note! When updating the 8th version of Java - its old versions will be automatically removed. Those. if you have a new Windows 10 OS and you install Last update- you do not need to do this operation manually!

Method 1 - Through Programs and Features

Perhaps the most obvious and easiest way: go to and open the section "Control Panel\Programs\Programs and Features" (see screenshot below). Then find in the list "Java 8 Update 181" (for example), and delete it.

Method 2 - special. uninstall tool

Special page address removal tools:

This option is good because the the utility from the official site will cleanly remove all traces of the old Java package (which will eliminate errors and conflicts during subsequent installation). Besides, she will help you out if the classic way Unable to uninstall Java (for example, an error pops up, or there is nothing in the installed list at all ...) .

After downloading the utility, simply run it (no installation required).

Java Uninstall Tool

Method 3 - using special utilities

Now there are a lot of utilities for Windows that help solve everyday tasks: clean it, optimize it, edit the registry, remove "non-removable" programs and files. One of these, for example, is CCleaner. By launching it, and opening the section "Tools/Uninstall programs" - you can easily uninstall the previous version of Java (I note that in the arsenal of the utility there is an opportunity for forced deletion any programs! .

Note! The best utilities for removing "non-removable" programs and Windows maintenance - (in the article, among other things, you will find CCleaner and you can download it)

That's all, good luck everyone!

For additions on the topic - merci!

The other day I did a Java update and decided to make a small instruction on how to update Java, which is necessary to open many sites and applications. If an older version is installed, it is possible that these programs and sites will not work correctly. Therefore, it does not hurt to have the latest version of the program, especially since it will not disturb you on trifles. Just when you go to such a site, an icon will appear in the tray, which will indicate that java has been enabled.

The easiest way to make an update is through the official website java.com, go to it, click on the big red button "Download Java for free".

After downloading the boot file, run it. In the window that opens, click "Install".

Even if you have the old version installed, everything will be reinstalled to the new one.

When the installation is complete, you can click "Close".

By the way, you can immediately check this very version, for this you do not need to click on this button, but click a little lower on the link: “Is it installed on my computer software Java?

To verify that the application is installed, go to "Start" - "Control Panel". The Java icon "says" that it is on your computer.

As a second option, how to update Java, I can suggest the following. We go to the "Start" menu, "Control Panel", and then click on the Java icon, which is shown in the screenshot above. A small window will open, its functionality may depend on the installed version of the program, but common sense What is required of you is simple: we find in the settings a function (tab) responsible for updates.

Most likely, you have to go to the "Update" tab. Click "Update Now" at the bottom of the window.

Since I have the latest version, I will not be able to show what windows you will have, but I think you will understand, since everything is intuitive there.

Upgrading Java will require you to close your browsers, so close all browsers before upgrading. open browsers. If you don't, the application will complete them on its own.

Sometimes, you have to restart your computer for the application to work. But this happens in very rare cases. If when you open the site it does not start, then you know what to do.

How to check Java version

If you need to know which version of Java is installed on your computer in this moment, go to the "General" tab and click "About ...".

A window will open and the version will be written in the first line.

And that's all I have for today.