Which version of Java are you using in Windows 10, 11? Here’s how to check it

Java is a programming language and Windows 10 or 11 comes as a standalone operating system. So, what is Java and I don’t remember installing it? Whether you may remember installing it or not, it's likely that your Windows PC already has numerous programs that utilize Java, even if you're unaware of it.

Nevertheless, if your Windows system lacks the most recent Java version, you might encounter difficulties when attempting to download new programs or access certain websites. So, without much ado, here’s how to check the version of Java running on your computer.

How to check the Java version on Windows 10, 11?

First, launch Command Prompt by either searching for it on the Start menu or simply launch it by Start+R and entering “cmd” and hit enter.

Now, once Command Prompt loads. Type “java-version” into CMD, hit enter. Now, the screen will begin displaying information about Java installed on Windows PC, including its installed version.

If nothing displays, it is likely your Windows PC doesn’t have Java installed on the computer. However, fret not, you can still have it downloaded from Java’s official website.

FAQs

1. What if I have multiple versions of Java installed on Windows PC?
   If you have multiple versions of Java installed, the “java-version” command will display the version that is currently being used. You can specify which version of Java you want to use by passing the version flag to the java command, along with the name of the version you want to use.
2. What is the latest version of Java?
   The latest version of Java is Java 19. It was released on March 8, 2023.