how to update java on windows 10

To update Java on Windows 10, follow these steps:

  1. Open a web browser and go to the official Java website: https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/javase-downloads.html

  2. Scroll down to the "Java SE Development Kit 8u311" (or the latest version available) section.

  3. Click on the "Download" button next to "JDK."

  4. Read and accept the Oracle Binary Code License Agreement by checking the "I reviewed and accept the Oracle Technology Network License Agreement for Oracle Java SE" checkbox.

  5. Click on the download link corresponding to your Windows operating system (e.g., "Windows x64 Installer" for 64-bit Windows).

  6. Save the downloaded file to your computer.

  7. Once the download is complete, locate the downloaded file (usually in your Downloads folder) and double-click it to run the installer.

  8. The Java SE Development Kit installer will open. Click "Next" to proceed.

  9. Choose the installation location or leave the default location as is, and then click "Next."

  10. The installer will start the installation process. It may take a few moments to complete.

  11. Once the installation is finished, you will see a "Installation Complete" message. Click "Close" to exit the installer.

  12. To verify that Java has been updated, open the Command Prompt by pressing the Windows key, typing "cmd," and pressing Enter.

  13. In the Command Prompt window, type the following command and press Enter:

java -version

  1. You should see the updated Java version information displayed in the Command Prompt.

You have successfully updated Java on your Windows 10 computer.