Setting up Java for Windows

1. Download and install the latest version of the Java Platform, Standard Edition Development Kit .
2. JDK 1.6 6 is recommended for SynergyNet?.
3. 32 bit or 64 bit versions are usable.
4. Ensure you make a note the installation directory for later.
5. This is likely to be something C:\Program Files\Java\jdk1.6.0_??\bin
6. Once installed go to My Computer.
7. Click either System Properties or right click and go to Properties
8. Go to Advanced system settings.
9. Go to the Environment Variables tab .
10. Here press System variables.
11. Edit the PATH and add a semicolon to the end and add the installation directory following it.
12. Close all the windows opened with OK.