What are the release notes for Java SE 7?

Update Release Notes summarize changes made in all Java SE 7 update releases. Note that bug fixes are cumulative, that is, bug fixes in previous update versions are included in subsequent update versions.

What are the changes in Java 7 release?

This page highlights changes impacting end users for Java 7 releases. More information about changes can be found in the release notes for each release. JDK 7u79 contains IANA time zone data version 2015a. For more information, refer to Timezone Data Versions in the JRE Software . Bug Fix: Improve jar file handling.

When is the expiration date for JDK 7u71?

JDK 7u71 contains IANA time zone data version 2014c. For more information, refer to Timezone Data Versions in the JRE Software . The expiration date for 7u71 is January 20, 2015. Java expires whenever a new release with security vulnerability fixes becomes available.

Which is the latest version of Java SE?

For release notes on versions greater than 1.7.0_80 please visit the Java SE 7 Advanced and Java SE 7 Support release notes. For more information on installation and licensing of Java SE Suite and Java SE Advanced, visit Java SE Products Overview.

Which is the latest version of Java SE development kit 7?

Update Release Notes Index Java™ SE Development Kit 7, Update 72 (JDK 7u72) The full version string for this update release is 1.7.0_72-b14 (where “b” means “build”). The version number is 7u72.

When is the expiration date for Java 7u72?

For systems unable to reach the Oracle Servers, a secondary mechanism expires this JRE (version 7u72) on February 20, 2015. After either condition is met (new release becoming available or expiration date reached), the JRE will provide additional warnings and reminders to users to update to the newer version.