Updating Java on Windows Machines

Java is a cross platform program--meaning it can run on different computers like Windows, Macs (OSX), Linux, and even your smart phones--that we all have installed on our computers. It is what runs our gradebook among many other programs. While this is a very versatile program, it is unfortunately vulnerable to malicious websites who try and exploit bugs in the program. As such, it is important to update your Java when you see a notice to.

1. Windows 7 Only: If you see a request to run jucheck.exe, click Yes. This is the check to see if you have the most current version of Java.
2. When the Java window update comes up, click Install
3. Click Install again
4. Important: On this next screen, Oracle, the company that makes Java, is doing something a little sneaky. They are assuming you will just click Next without unchecking the box. This box is agreeing that you will be installing additional software that you do not need. It seems to be the Ask toolbar or the Norton Security Scan lately. This is bloatware and not needed. Click the box to uncheck the add-on, and then click Next.
5. When it's done, merely click Close