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ThisTime (20080330): ThisTime is a simple clock and timer program. Create any number of clocks, count up or count down timers, each in its own resizable frame with a customizable title. Uses a digital time display that automatically scales to fit the clock or timer frame. Runs on any OS with the...; Tags: Clock, JRE, Zach Scrivena, ThisTime, Java, Programming Languages, Software Development, Software/Web Development; Software downloads 2008-04-15
Sun releases patch to address a number of serious vulnerabilities: Sun released an update today to cover numerous vulnerabilities within the JDK/JRE. The following vulnerabilities were reported as patched: Two security vulnerabilities in the Java Runtime Environment Virtual Machine may independently allow an untrusted application or applet that is downloaded from a website to elevate its privileges. ...; Tags: Application, Sun Microsystems Inc., Vulnerability, JRE, Applet, Java, Programming Languages, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Nathan McFeters; Blog posts 2008-03-07
Java Runtime Environment (jre) (jsp): The Java Runtime Environment (JRE) provides the libraries, the Java Virtual Machine, and other components to run applets and applications written in the Java programming language. In addition, two key deployment technologies are part of the JRE: Java Plug-in, which enables applets to run in popular browsers; and Java Web...; Tags: JRE, JSP, Programming Languages, Java, Software Development, Software/Web Development; Software downloads 2008-02-22
Sync (zip): Sync is a simple command-line utility for performing one-way directory or file synchronization. It synchronizes the specified target to match the specified source. Only the target is modified. Runs on any OS with the Java Runtime Environment (JRE 6+). Sync is free and open source software written in Java and...; Tags: JRE, Java, Programming Languages, Open Source, Software Development, Software/Web Development; Software downloads 2007-12-17
MediaSniper (20071028): MediaSniper is a simple program for downloading media files from popular websites (YouTube, Google Video). Just provide the webpage URL and MediaSniper will automatically identify the media files on it for downloading. Runs on any OS with the Java Runtime Environment (JRE 6+). MediaSniper is free software written in Java...; Tags: Google Inc., Media, Google Video, JRE, MediaSniper, Java, Advertising & Promotion, Programming Languages, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Marketing; Software downloads 2007-12-07

Why Microsoft hates Google's Android: Why Microsoft hates Google's AndroidWho hates Android? (Not me.)Indeed, JavaME already is highly fragmented, so what does Monson-Haefel want to protect? I really wonder what the purpose of his posting is. Strengthen Java? Strengthen Microsoft? Create FUD around Android? Why?As we have seen with Eclipse, competition and open source are...; Tags: Programming languages, Java development tools, .NET, OPEN SOURCE, Application servers, Java, Microsoft hates Google Android, Microsoft HATES, Eclipse, Microsoft Corp., JRE, Microsoft .NET; Discussion threads 2007-11-29
Google taps Java VM for Android gPhone SDK: Google taps Java VM for Android gPhone SDKIt's not even an optionfor the millions who don't have a JVM and the millions who stupidly downloaded it and have been trying to get that slow behemoth off their computers. I've never seen anything that has to update itself so much.Java...; Tags: Programming languages, JRE, Java, JVM, Android, Android gPhone SDK, SDK, Google Inc.; Discussion threads 2007-11-12
MediaSniper (20070930): MediaSniper is a simple program for downloading media files from popular websites (e.g. YouTube, Google Video). Just provide the webpage URL and MediaSniper will automatically identify the media files on it for downloading. Runs on any OS with the Java Runtime Environment (JRE 6+). MediaSniper is free software written in...; Tags: JRE, Java, GPL, video, operating system, Web site, software; Software downloads 2007-11-05
JEXECreator (zip): Create a native Windows EXE to launch your Java application. The native launcher finds a suitable Java Runtime Environment and starts your Java application using the found JRE. This version is the first release on CNET Download.com.; Tags: Java Application, JRE, Launcher, Java, Programming Languages, Middleware, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Enterprise Software, Software; Software downloads 2007-10-30
Sun issues patches for 'highly critical' Java flaws: Sun Microsystems has shipped patches to fix a batch of "highly critical" vulnerabilities in Sun Java JRE (Java Runtime Environment). The flaws, which affect Windows, Solaris and Linux users, can be exploited to bypass certain security restrictions, manipulate data, disclose sensitive/system information, or potentially compromise a...; Tags: Application, Network, Network Service, Sun Microsystems Inc., Vulnerability, JRE, Patch Management, Applet, Flaw, Java, Programming Languages, Software Development, Software/Web Development, Ryan Naraine; Blog posts 2007-10-04
ZipSnap (zip): Simple command-line incremental backup tool for directories. Create compressed point-in-time snapshots, adding only new or modified files and directories at each time. Uses a catalog so snapshots can be added without access to previous ZIP volumes. Files are automatically numbered with a timestamp. Runs on any OS with the Java...; Tags: JRE, Snapshot, Java, Programming Languages, Software Development, Software/Web Development; Software downloads 2007-09-17
Nap (zip): Nap pauses for a specified duration, and displays a countdown. Features varying levels of verbosity. Runs on any OS with the Java Runtime Environment (JRE 5.0+). Nap is free software written in Java and released under the GNU GPL license (version 2). Version 0.2 improved command-line interface; option for user...; Tags: JRE, Java, Programming Languages, Software Development, Software/Web Development; Software downloads 2007-06-01
Sun CTO promises Flash-like experience from JavaFX and new runtime: On Tuesday Sun Microsystems unveiled a new consumer-oriented product line called JavaFX, which among other things has a new language for interactive user interfaces (JavaFX Script). Sound a little like Flash? Thats the idea, says Sun CTO of Software Bob Brewin, and a new streamlined runtime system will help make...; Tags: Sun, Scripting, Programming, Java, General; Blog posts 2007-05-09
Consumer jre: Leaner, Meaner Java Technology: The Consumer JRE consists of several important pieces of functionality. One of the keys to getting this out quickly as an update to the Java SE 6 release is to make only those changes that do not affect the APIs. For example, the team members can add functionality to make...; Tags: Java, JRE, API, Java Technology, Consumer JRE; White papers 2007-05-01
Sun patches critical jre security flaws: Sun patches critical JRE security flawsNo, not several patches for the issuethat's not common for other software makers, . . what is happening to the world, global software warming.I have said this before and i will say it againJava is evil and must be destroyed!Yes, it is indeed a patch...; Tags: Patches, Java, Sun patch, patch management, JRE, Sun Microsystems Inc., security; Discussion threads 2007-01-18
Java Browser Edition: New name, wrong direction: Ethan Nicholas was recently hired by Sun to work on his dream of a Java Browser Edition. Except they're calling it the Java Kernel now, and if initial experiments are any indication, the team will be straying quite a bit from the needs of the typical browser user....; Tags: Flash, Java, Ethan Nicholas; Blog posts 2006-09-08
How to open source Java? That is THE question: In a move that may make his life easier, Redmonk's Stephen O'Grady has published an interview that he did of himself regarding the issue of open sourcing Java. If he covered all the questions that people have already asked him, and anticipated others, he can forever point to the...; Tags: Java, JRE; Blog posts 2006-05-31
GNU/Linux distros get OK to distribute Java: Here in San Francisco, as I returned to my hotel from dinner with Redmonk's James Governor last evening, I bumped into Sun's chief open source officer Simon Phiipps who himself was just fresh off a flight from DebConf 6 (Debian Conference) in Oaxtepec, Mexico where, because of that event's coincidental...; Tags: Java; Blog posts 2006-05-16
Sun to make Java more Linux-friendly: Sun to make Java more Linux-friendlyJust LPGL Java you doltsSun should LGPL Java and push 100% behind Linux based software. And, while your at it, get the hell out of hardware since you sure as heck aint Dell.Looking forward to the announcement"Sun Microsystems plans to alter its licensing to...; Tags: Programming languages, UNIX, Operating systems, OPEN SOURCE, Microsoft Corp., Sun Microsystems Inc., Java, Linux, JRE; Discussion threads 2006-05-04
Sun issues patches for critical Java flaws: Sun issues patches for critical Java flawsIt's Microsoft fault for sure. [nt][nt]Not a problem... since Sun hasn't managed to get their JREs working on 64 bits anyway.Actually a very serious Microsoft bug!See http://support.microsoft.com/?kbid=225099&sd=msdnA very basic function ofthe stadanrd C library used in almost all applications is...; Tags: Programming languages, Network technology, Blackdown, patch management, Sun Microsystems Inc., JRE, Java, 64-bit; Discussion threads 2006-02-08