How to Install Java Runtime Environment (JRE) on Windows 10

  • To download and install the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) for Windows 10, go to the Java website, accept the license agreement, and download the appropriate installer for your system (32-bit or 64-bit).  Follow these steps below for more detailed information:

    Java Runtime Environment (JRE)

    How to install Java Runtime Environment (JRE)

    Step 1: Download JRE

    1. Go to the official Oracle website:

    Java Downloads | Oracle

    2. Choose the appropriate version:

    • If you need JRE for personal use, download Java SE Runtime Environment (JRE).

    • If you’re developing Java applications, you might need the Java Development Kit (JDK) instead.

    3. Select the Windows version:

    • Choose the Windows x64 Installer (.exe) for 64-bit systems.

    • Accept the Oracle License Agreement.

    4. Click the Download button and sign in with an Oracle account if required.

    Step 2: Install JRE

    1. Once the .exe file is downloaded, double-click it to run the installer.

    2. Follow the on-screen installation instructions.

    3. Choose the installation directory or leave it as the default (C:\Program Files\Java\jreX).

    4. Click Install and wait for the process to complete.

    Read more: How to Upgrade From Windows 7 to Windows 10

    Step 3: Verify Installation

    1. Open Command Prompt (Win + R, type cmd, press Enter).

    2. Type the following command and press Enter:

    java -version

    3. If installed correctly, you should see an output like:

    java version “1.8.0_XXX”

    Java(TM) SE Runtime Environment (build 1.8.0_XXX)

    Java HotSpot(TM) 64-Bit Server VM

    If you encounter any issues, ensure that Java is added to the system’s environment variables or restart your PC.

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