How to Download and Install Java for 64 bit machine?

Java is one of the most popular and widely used programming languages. It is a simple, portable, platform-independent language. It has been one of the most popular programming languages for many years.

In this article, We will see How to download and install Java for Windows 64-bit. We’ll also be answering all your queries such as What is the latest version of Java and How to Install Java on Windows 7, 8, or 32-bit systems, How to change from 32-Bit Java to 64-Bit Java, etc.

The following steps can be followed in order to download and install Java. All the steps are described below have been performed on the Windows 10 operating system, but the procedure is quite similar to other operating systems like Windows 7,8, and 11 as well. 

Step 1: Open https://www.oracle.com/java/technologies/javase-downloads.html URL in the browser and it will navigate to the official Oracle Java downloads page. 

Step 2: Now, scroll to the version of the Java which we want to download and click on JDK Download option as shown below: 

Step 3: Scroll down to the page and click on the download button option suitable for your computer Operating System. But for a 64-bit machine, choose the software name ending with x64.  

After clicking on the download button, a popup will appear which says that we have to accept Oracle Technology Network License Agreement for Oracle Java SE in order to download this software. Therefore, click on the checkbox and then proceed to download as shown below: 

Step 4: We will now be navigated to Oracle Login page. We need to login to the account. As soon we log in, our download will start instantly as shown below:  

Step 1: After the downloading procedure is complete, we need to run the installer. Once Java installation wizard opens, click on the Next button as shown below: 

Step 2: Again click on the Next button if we wish to install Java development kit in the default directory(encircled with green color), or we can change this directory by clicking on Change button.  

Step 3: The installation will begin as shown below: 

Step 4: Now, it will ask for the installation directory for JRE(Java Runtime Environment). Again we can continue with the default directory or change it accordingly. 

Article: Download and Set up Java Runtime Environment

Step 5: The Java installation will be successfully completed as shown below: 

Step 6: Finally, we can click on the Close button after the confirmation window appears which saying that the Java is installed. 

Step 7: At last, To confirm if everything is set up properly, open cmd and type java –version

After installing Java, we can set it up using the steps mentioned in this article. 

Java remains a cornerstone in the programming world, known for its simplicity, portability, and platform independence. Installing Java on Windows 10, 11 64-bit machine involves straightforward steps, ensuring a smooth setup process for developers. In case you have any queries, You can refer to the following FAQs regarding how to install Java in Windows.

What is the latest Java version for Windows 10?

• Visit the official Oracle Java downloads page.
• Scroll to the latest version available for download.
• Click on the JDK Download option.
• Choose the version suitable for Windows 10 64-bit.

How to install Java’s latest version in Windows 10?

• Download the latest Java version from the official Oracle Java downloads page.
• Run the installer once the download is complete.
• Follow the installation wizard prompts, clicking “Next” as required.
• Choose the installation directory and complete the installation process.

How to download Java on Windows 10 64 bit?

• Open the official Oracle Java downloads page.
• Select the appropriate JDK version for Windows 64-bit.
• Click on the download button and accept the license agreement.
• Login to your Oracle account if prompted and proceed with the download.

How to install Java on Windows 7 8 64-bit 32-bit?

• Download the appropriate JDK version for your Windows version (32-bit or 64-bit).
• Run the installer and follow the installation wizard instructions.
• Choose the installation directory and complete the installation process.

How to change from 32-bit Java to 64-bit Java?

• Uninstall the existing 32-bit Java installation from your system.
• Download and install the 64-bit Java version from the official Oracle Java downloads page.
• Ensure that any environment variables or settings pointing to the Java installation are updated to reflect the new 64-bit installation.