What Should Java_Home Be Set to Linux?
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What should I set JAVA_HOME to Linux?

Linux

  1. Check if JAVA_HOME is already set , Open Console. …
  2. Make sure you have installed Java already.
  3. Execute: vi ~/.bashrc OR vi ~/.bash_profile.
  4. add line : export JAVA_HOME=/usr/java/jre1.8.0_04.
  5. save the file.
  6. source ~/.bashrc OR source ~/.bash_profile.
  7. Execute : echo $JAVA_HOME.
  8. Output should print the path.

What should be set as JAVA_HOME?

To set JAVA_HOME, do the following:

  • Right click My Computer and select Properties.
  • On the Advanced tab, select Environment Variables, and then edit JAVA_HOME to point to where the JDK software is located, for example, C:Program FilesJavajdk1. 6.0_02.
Marcus Vance

Marcus Vance

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Marcus Vance is a cybersecurity auditor and technology writer dedicated to educating the public about online safety, data privacy regulations, enterprise security, and emerging cyber threats.

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