- Platform(s): Windows 10, Windows 7, Windows 8, Windows Vista, Windows XP
- Java version(s): 7.0, 8.0
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?
through the Advanced settings of the Update tab.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?
The Java Auto update r program (known as jucheck.exe in earlier Java versions) runs as a Windows process that checks and performs updates described in this FAQ. It- 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
You can change the frequency for updates: daily, weekly, or monthly (default).- On the Java Control Panel update tab, click Advanced
The Automatic Update Advanced Settings dialog appears. - Change the frequency and the date and time for the Java Update.
- 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.
Java is the basis for many types of network applications, the standard for developing and distributing various mobile applications, enterprise software, web content, and more. Java applications are compiled into bytecode and run on any Java virtual machine(JVM) and are independent of computer architecture.
Java updates
Java technology provides security in your computing environment while you work or play on your computer. Since older versions of applications do not include Latest updates security systems, it becomes necessary to update Java in a timely manner.
The easiest method is to run updates, this can be done through the official java website. Visit home page, click on the big red Download Java button.
On the tab that opens, you need to select the installation option. Select interactive way for quick installation. If the installation will be carried out on a computer without an Internet connection, use the offline download. After selecting the installation option, click on active link. By doing so, you automatically agree to the end user license.
So, by choosing to install the interactive version, a window will open in front of you, click on the "Start" button. In the next program window, click Install to start the installation process. Because Oracle works with different developer companies, partner products may be offered to you. Check the programs you are interested in and click the Next button. At the end of the installation of the program, you must click Close. Now you need to restart your browser.
Java Automatic Updates
If Java is installed on your computer, most likely, application updates are carried out automatically and you do not need to do this yourself. You can check the automation setting this process. To do this, through the "Start" menu, go to the "Control Panel". Here double click open Java applications. Go to the Update tab and check for a checkmark next to Check inscriptions for Updates Automatically. If the checkbox is present, then automatic updates are enabled.
The other day I did a java update and decided to do a little instruction How to update Java, which is necessary to open many sites and applications. If installed old version, 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 download boot file, let's 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 on the link a little lower: “Is Java software installed on my computer?”.
To make sure installed application, 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 the general meaning of what is required of you is simple: we find the function (tab) responsible for updates in the settings.
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.
Date of article update: 02.10.2016
How to download the latest version of Java
Let's open the official website to download Java - link
On the page that opens, click the button Download Java for free
Image 1. Official Java Download Site
In this window, click View All Java Downloads
Image 2. Installation type selection page
In the window that opens, we are offered several files for installing Java.
Windows Interactive- in this case, a small file is downloaded and the installation takes place via the Internet, if you have poor connection quality, the installation may be interrupted.
Windows In offline - when you select this item, you download full file installations 32 bit java, you can use this file to install Java 32 bit on another computer not connected to the Internet. I recommend exactly this method.
Windows Offline (64- bit version) - when you select this item, you download the full 64-bit Java installation file, given file you can use for Java installation 64 bit on another computer not connected to the Internet.
ATTENTION:
For government websites of the Republic of Kazakhstan or online banking customers, use only the 32-bit version of Java. For correct operation only 32 such sites should be installed on the computer bit version, 32-bit and 64-bit versions of Java must not be installed at the same time.
For games that use Java (like Minecraft), use Java 64 bit.
In my case, I only need the 32 bit version, so I click on the link Windows offline.
Image 3. Choosing a Java installation type
We are waiting for the download of the file.
How to install Java
Run the downloaded file (from the previous paragraph)
Picture 4 Java installation
We press the button Install
Picture 5 Java installation process
We are waiting for the download and installation of the program
If you previously had a different version of Java installed, a window for restoring Java settings may appear, in this window, check that the checkbox is checked Restore Java security prompt and press the button Next. We press the button close.
Picture 6 Successful Java installation
With this, the latest version of Java has been successfully installed on your computer.
How to update the installed version of Java
To update Java already installed on your computer, it is not necessary to go to the official website, you can update using Java itself.
Go to tab update, press the button Update Now.
Picture 7 Update tab in Java Control Panel
If you already have the latest version of Java installed, the following message will appear You already have the latest Java Platform on this system
Picture 8 You have the latest version of Java installed on your computer
In the window Java Setup-Welcome, press the button update.
Picture 8 Beginning the process of updating installed Java
We are waiting for the installer to complete.
The word "java" today is used by many computer users on hearing. However, not everyone knows and understands what it means. And, as practice shows, very in vain. Problems with Java negatively affect the display of many sites, in addition, they can cause computer infection.
In a nutshell, Java is the programming language you need to run interactive applications. Great amount websites, online games, and programs use this technology, and if it is not installed on the PC, they simply will not start. In addition to being on the computer, it must also be up-to-date, and in fact, users often forget about timely updates. So, this educational program will be devoted to how to update java on windows 7 to latest version.
How to check relevance
It is easy to check the relevance of the Java version manually on your computer, for this you just need to have access to the Internet. Just go to official page Java, where in the corresponding section you can see a window with information about the version that is on your PC. There are two options: either you will see an inscription that the latest version of Java is installed, or it will be written that an old version of Java has been found in the system. If the second option is relevant, a red button will appear a little lower, after clicking on which automatic update to the latest version.
other methods
There are other ways to upgrade, in particular, using the capabilities of your operating system. Each OS has its own nuances, but, in general, the process is very similar. So, for Windows 7, the following algorithm of actions applies:
- Open the start menu and go to Control Panel.
- There, run Programs - Java.
- A window with several tabs will open. You need - Update. The text in it will be English language, do not be afraid. Just click on the Update Now button, then just follow the instructions.
And, finally, one more way, the simplest, which literally lies on the surface, I left for dessert. And it consists in going to the official website and downloading the latest version from there. To do this, all you need is to click the "Download Java for free" button.
So, to summarize: you should not underestimate Java, because thanks to this software you can surf the web on many Internet resources, play toys online, etc. Well, updating Java to the latest version is very easy and only takes a couple of minutes!
