Enabling Java Webstart

  • Java Webstart is a mechanism for distributing Java Applications

  • Java Webstart has been included in the latest versions of the Java Runtime Environment (JRE)

  • Unlike Applets, Webstart applications can be run offline once downloaded

  • Webstart applications are automatically updated with changes when next run online 

  • If your browser is not Java Webstart-enabled then the Plug-in can be obtained from the following location:

http://www.java.com/en/download