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Dumpshock Forums _ Community Projects _ Java SDK on MAC OSX?

Posted by: Spookymonster Oct 16 2004, 01:49 AM

I've been working on a pet Java project for SR lately (soon to be announced), and I just ran across an interesting bit of info: is it true that Macintosh OSX comes with a Java SDK installed by default? If so, can you tell me what version?

And on a somewhat related note, has anyone had experience installing the Java JRE on a Linux distro (preferably either Mandrake or Red Hat)? Is it any harder than a WinXP install?

Any info would be greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Posted by: Tanka Oct 16 2004, 02:14 AM

More than likely, the Mac OS can upgrade its Java version the same as any other OS. It wouldn't make any sense to do it otherwise.

Posted by: Spookymonster Oct 16 2004, 02:19 AM

http://www.apple.com/macosx/features/java/ indicates that it has a full SDK, not just a JRE, right out of the box. Given that it's straight from the horse's mouth (Apple), I'm inclined to believe it. However, I just wanted a real Mac user to confirm that it really is installed by default.

Posted by: Adam Oct 16 2004, 06:16 AM

It is.

1.4.2 is the current version available via Software Update for OS 10.3 users.

Posted by: Spookymonster Oct 17 2004, 01:10 AM

Cool! They just released 1.5 for Windows, but I'd rather not obligate anyone to install a new Java engine just to run my app. If possible, I'd like to make it functional for anyone using 1.3 or newer.

Now if you'll excuse me, I must return to my laboratory before it awakens... MUAHAHAHAHAH!!!!