Jdk-8u161-windows-x64.exe

JDK 8u161 (Java SE Development Kit update 161) is a Java 8 update release for Windows 64-bit that includes the JRE, javac, javap, jar and other developer tools. It targets Java 8 language and library features while providing bug fixes and security updates present at that update number.

Finally, the .exe extension reminds us of the user experience. While Java promises "Write Once, Run Anywhere," the installation process is platform-specific. This executable is a wrapper around a ZIP archive, coupled with install scripts and registry hooks designed specifically for the Windows ecosystem. It places the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) and the Java Development Kit (JDK) into Program Files , sets the famous JAVA_HOME environment variable, and registers the java command in the system path. jdk-8u161-windows-x64.exe