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How to Check the Java Version

There are two ways to check the Java version. Both ways are outlined below.

Check the Java Version from the Command Line

To check the JRE version that is running, use the `java -version` command.

C:>java -version
java version "1.4.2_06"
Java(TM) 2 Runtime Environment, Standard Edition (build 1.4.2_06-b03)
Java HotSpot(TM) Client VM (build 1.4.2_06-b03, mixed mode)

Check the Java Version in the Web Browser

To check the Java version in the web browser, use the script at JavaTester.how to check my java version 560x139 How to Check the Java Version

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