[Windows] Installing Java 8 & Running Executable JAR File Tutorial

Since some people still had problems with running .jar files, I made another setup tutorial.

Download the Java Development Kit here:

Wii U Pointer Search (example application):

[jamilig]

Help-me

Java.net.Connectxception: Connection refused: connect

[andrealoulou]

where can I get the pointer exe? The link no longer works, it takes me to a moved to here. When I download it, the file downloads but says JNI error when I click on it. I am on 64 bit windows. Thanks

[handles]

Do I actually need to delete my java installation because I heard it helps security in my computer. If not, why do I have to delete it?

[Pandonymous]

Error: Unable to access jarfile JGecko U.jar


HELP

[tunip]

can we get a tutorial for ubuntu as it currently fails to luanch on linux

[levilapsley]

When I double click on the file it says unable to install java ?