OpenWebStart
An open-source reimplementation of Java Web Start for running JNLP applications on current Java versions.
Open sourceBy Karakun
2 more ways to get OpenWebStart
Chocolateychoco install openwebstart
Homebrewbrew install --cask openwebstart
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About OpenWebStart
Oracle deprecated Java Web Start in Java 9 and removed it from the JDK in Java 11, which left applications launched from JNLP files without a supported way to run. OpenWebStart reimplements the most commonly used parts of Java Web Start and the JNLP standard so those applications keep working with newer Java versions.
It is developed by Karakun with the help of sponsors. The software is free to use, and paid support options are offered to companies migrating Java desktop applications.
Strengths
- Runs JNLP applications without changes
- Works with current Java releases
- Maintained with sponsor backing and optional commercial support
Limitations
- Covers the commonly used Java Web Start features, not every one
- Only useful for legacy Java Web Start applications
Details
- Pricing
- FreeFree and open source, with optional paid support for companies.
- License
- Open source, license not stated
- Developer
- Karakun
- Platforms
- Windows, macOS, Linux
- How it runs
- Downloadable app
- Account
- Not required
- Best suited for
- Organisations and users who still depend on Java Web Start applications
- Categories
- System utilities, Developer tools
- Last verified
- Added
- Sources