Java SE General FAQs

This collection of general FAQs about the Java Platform, Standard Edition, provides brief answers to the most common questions about the technology. It also links to more detailed information available from this web site.

Overview

The Java SE Universal Subscription offers customers licensing and support for Java SE for cloud deployments, server, and desktop use per the support roadmap.

Frequently Asked Questions

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  • What does Oracle Java SE Universal Subscription offer?
  • How is Java SE Universal Subscription priced?
  • What releases of Java technology are currently available?

    The Java Platform, Standard Edition (Java SE) and Java SE Universal Subscription from Oracle include the Java Development Kit (JDK), and Java Runtime Environment (JRE). The current releases of the software and links to older versions are available from the Java SE download page.

  • What versions of Java can I get support for and at what service level?
  • Supported System Configurations
  • Key Product Lifecycle Dates
  • Where do I report a bug or Request for Enhancements (RFE)?
  • Where can I get information on licensing?