How to update your Java Runtime Environment

While most people who view security of the utmost importance think that you should ditch Java Runtime Environment (JRE), most of us still have JRE installed. So, if you have JRE installed, what is the best way to protect your computer and your privacy? The answer is, of course, to keep JRE updated at all times.

The question is therefore: how do you update your JRE? The answer is quite simple, because you can instruct your JRE to update automatically.

How to update your Java Runtime Environment:
[1a] In Windows 10: Goto 'Start' and then 'Java'
[1b] In Windows 11: Goto 'Start' and then type 'Java' in the search bar
[2] Hitting 'Java Update' will open the 'Java Control Panel'
[3] Goto 'Update'
[4] Check 'Check for updates automatically'
[5] Goto 'Advanced'
[6] Check 'Weekly' plus your preferred time of checking