Where can I get the latest version of Java 6?

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Where can I get the latest version of Java 6?

We highly recommend downloading and installing Java 7. The latest release for Java contains many new features, performance enhancements, and bug fixes to improve the running of Java applets or applications.

Java SE 6 End of Public Updates

Oracle no longer posts updates of Java SE 6 to its public download sites. All Java 6 releases up to and including 6u45 have been moved to the Java Archive on the Oracle Technology Network, where they will remain available but not receive further updates. Oracle recommends that users migrate to Java 7 in order to continue receiving public updates and security enhancements.
» Java SE Public Updates
» Oracle Java SE Commercial Offering Releases

Are you still looking for the latest version of Java 6?

If you have already tried Java 7 and are facing issues running your Java Applets or applications, let us know the problems you encountered using Java 7. Updates for Java 6 are no longer available to the public. Oracle offers updates to Java 6 only for customers who have purchased Java support or have Oracle products that require Java 6.

Apple Java 6 for Mac OS X

For Java versions 6 and below, Apple supplies their own version of Java. For Mac OS X 10.6 and below, use the Software Update feature (available on the Apple menu) to check that you have the most up-to-date version of Java 6 for your Mac. For issues related to Apple Java 6 on Mac, contact Apple Support.

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Where can I get information about enabling my application for Java 7?

If you create or maintain Java applications, information is available at Oracle Technology Network.
» JDK 7 Adoption Guide.
» Java SE 7 and JDK 7 Compatibility.
» JDK Troubleshooting Guide.
» FAQ Auto Update Java 6 to Java 7.