Open any web browser and type "**java jdk**" in the search bar

Click on the **Download the Latest Java LTS Free** link which is from **oracle.com**

**JDK Development Kit 21.0.2 downloads** wizard will open, click on the **Windows** tab

Click on the x64 download link.<https://download.oracle.com/java/21/latest/jdk-21_windows-x64_bin.exe>

The installer for the Java JDK will start downloading automatically.

https://download.oracle.com/java/21/latest/jdk-21_windows-x64_bin.exe

On the top right corner click on the Downloads widget, then click on the **jdk-21_windows x64_bin.exe**

**Welcome to the Installation Wizard for JAVA SE Development Kit 21.0.2** wizard will open, click on the **Next &gt;** button

Choose the installation location for the Java JDK. It will default to a path on your SSD or HDD. Once selected, click on the  **Next &gt;** button

After installation is completed, click on the **Close** button

Go to Windows Applications wizard and type "**Environment Variables**" in the search bar

Click on the **Edit the system environment variables** option

**Environment Variables** wizard will open, click on the **Environment Variables...** button

Scroll to the **System variables** section and click on the **Path**, then click on the **Edit....** button

**Edit environment variable** wizard will open, click on the **New** button

To find your bin file path, open **File Explorer** and navigate to **C: \\** Then, go to the **Program Files** directory, locate the **Java** folder, and open the **jdk -21** folder. Inside, you'll find the **bin** folder.

Double click on the path to copy the **bin** folder path

Go back to the **Edit environment variable** wizard and paste the copied path, then click on the **OK** button

Open the Command Prompt and type the command "**java -version**",  **java version "21.0.2" 2024-01-16 LTS** is displayed.

Congratulations! you have successfully installed JAVA JDK.

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This guide provides step-by-step instructions on how to download the latest Java JDK for Windows. By following these steps, users can easily access the latest version of Java JDK, which is essential for Java development and programming.

How to Download the Latest Java JDK for Windows