Download JDK ¶

Download JDK ¶

Multiple providers are providing a Java JDK/JRE. The most well-known is Oracle, while some rather use OpenJDK, AdoptOpenJDK, or other variants. Each JDK has its own pros/cons.

• Oracle JDK
• OpenJDK / Notes about each OpenJDK
• Windows JDK8 / 11 (archive)
• AdoptOpenJdk
• ...

Long-term support (LTS) JDK ¶

Long-term support (LTS) JDKs are JDKs that will continue to receive security updates for 5 years after the release (8 years for ETS=Extended). Java 8, 11, 17, and 21 are LTS releases.

Companies tend to use LTS versions to ensure the version they are using is a stable version, and that it's still currently maintained.