To install the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) on your computer, you can follow these steps:

1. Check for Existing JRE: Before installing a new JRE, check if you already have one installed on your computer. Open a command prompt or terminal window and run the following command to check for the installed JRE version:

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   java -version


   If you see a valid Java version, it means you already have a JRE installed, and you don’t need to proceed with the installation. If not, continue with the installation steps below.

2. Download the JRE:

   Visit the official Oracle website or the AdoptOpenJDK website to download the JRE based on your operating system:

   • Oracle JRE: Oracle Java SE Downloads
   • AdoptOpenJDK: AdoptOpenJDK Downloads

   Choose the appropriate JRE version for your operating system (e.g., Windows, macOS, or Linux). For most users, the standard JRE version is sufficient.

3. Install the JRE:

   • Windows:

     • Run the downloaded executable file (.exe) and follow the installation wizard instructions.
     • Once the installation is complete, the JRE should be available on your system.

   • macOS:

     • Open the downloaded disk image file (.dmg).
     • Drag and drop the JRE icon into the “Applications” folder.
     • The JRE is now installed on your Mac.

   • Linux (Ubuntu as an example):

     • Open a terminal window.

     • Navigate to the directory where the downloaded package (.tar.gz or .deb) is located.

     • Install the JRE using the appropriate package manager. For example, if you have a .deb package:

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       sudo dpkg -i package_name.deb


     • If you have a .tar.gz package, extract it to a directory of your choice.

4. Verify the Installation:

   After the installation is complete, open a command prompt or terminal window and run the following command to verify that the JRE is installed:

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   java -version


   You should see information about the installed JRE version, confirming that it has been successfully installed on your system.

That’s it! You have installed the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) on your computer. The JRE allows you to run Java applications and applets without needing to compile Java source code. It is essential for running Java-based software on your machine.