How to install Java 1.6 on Ubuntu

A practical guide for installing Sun JRE 6 on an Ubuntu system, using Java as default interface for Firefox and other programs that require it.

How to install Java 1.6 on Ubuntu

The first step is the installation of Sun JRE 6, by typing the following command from the command line:

sudo apt-get install sun-java6-jre sun-java6-plugin sun-java6-fonts


Then, we have to choose Sun JRE 6 as default Java interface, through the command:

sudo update-java-alternatives - set java-6-sun


You can check whether Java plugins work correctly, by visiting the about: plugins page of Firefox.

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Category: Ubuntu e Linux

Published by: loris.genetti on date: 09.12.2008 11:13:41

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  1. Comment by: the hands of poker on date: 17.03.2009 12:25:38

    Initially Operating something which is relating linux seems to be a huge challenge for me. You have made my work easier.

  2. Comment by: loryzz on date: 17.03.2009 12:28:43

    Thanks, I hope to see you soon on IceLab!

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