How to set Java Path and Classpath in Windows 8 and Windows 7 - Tutorial

So, you just bought a new PC or Laptop with Windows 8 operating system, and wondering how to set PATH and Classpath on Windows 8; Or, you might have just upgraded your windows 7 laptop to professional edition of Windows 8 and looking to set JDK Path to compile Java programs. Not to worry, this is the second step for anyone who wants to learn Java programming. Of course, the first step is to install JDK.  In this Java tutorial, we will see step by step guide to set Java PATH and CLASSPATH in Windows 8 operating system. By the way, if you are learning Java in Windows 7 operating system, You should still be able to set Java path and classpath in Windows 7 by following steps given here, because navigation steps for modifying environment variables on Windows 7 and Windows 8 are almost same.

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