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Install Java 8 without Admin Rights

How to install Java JDK 8 in windows?

Do I require admin right?

What Happens if i just copy JDK from one system to another with admin rights.

Solution

  • Steps To Do that:

    STEP1 : Install JAVA JDK 8 in personal system where you have admin rights.

    STEP2 : Copy the install JDK folder to system where you dont have admin rights.

    STEP3: Go to Start Menu and Search environment and click on "Edit environment variable for your account"

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    STEP4: Now Click on Add in User Variables and add below local environment variables.

    A. JAVA_HOME

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    B. PATH

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    C. CLASSPATH

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    It works absolutely fine. I have been using JDK like this for almost a year.

    I found similar post but it has different technique. Installing JDK without administrator privileges