OpenJDK

What is OpenJDK?

The Java development platform is available in a free version known as OpenJDK, which comprises a suite of essential components for the Java programming ecosystem. At its core, OpenJDK includes the HotSpot virtual machine, the Java Class Library, and the javac compiler, providing developers with the fundamental tools to build Java applications. While the web browser plugin and Web Start functionalities present in Oracle's Java distribution are not included in OpenJDK, the IcedTea project offers a free alternative implementation of these features. Initially, OpenJDK was based solely on the JDK 7 version of the Java platform, but it has since expanded to encompass multiple separate projects catering to different versions of the Java Development Kit

Highlights

• Includes the HotSpot virtual machine, Java Class Library, and javac compiler as core components
• Offers a free alternative to the web browser plugin and Web Start features in Oracle Java
• Supports multiple versions of the Java Development Kit through separate OpenJDK projects
• Provides developers with the fundamental tools to build Java applications