Downloading Older Releases of Microsoft Build of OpenJDK

Introduction:

The Microsoft Build of OpenJDK is a popular open-source implementation of the Java Development Kit (JDK). Over time, newer versions have been released, but sometimes it's necessary to go back and download older releases. In this article, we will provide links to download older releases of the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK.

Downgrading Tzdata Package:

Before proceeding with downloading older releases, note that some packages may require downgrading the tzdata package. This is a hack and may not be recommended for production environments.

Early Access Releases:

The 16.0.1 binaries for AArch64/ARM64 platforms were an Early Access release, which means they may not have passed all tests. If you need to use these releases, make sure to verify the signature files using the public key provided.

Public Key Verification:

To verify the signature files, you will need to download and use the public key. This ensures that the files are genuine and have not been tampered with during transmission.

Older Releases Page:

The binaries published in the past can be found on the Older Releases page of the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK website.

LTS Version:

OpenJDK 16 is no longer a Long Term Supported (LTS) version, which means it will not receive updates. If you need to use an LTS version, consider downloading OpenJDK 17.0.6 LTS instead.

Downloading Older Releases:

Below are the links to download older releases of the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK:

* OpenJDK 16.0.2: 'We do not recommend downloading anything other than from the official website.'

* OpenJDK 17.0.6 LTS: 'We recommend visiting the official website.'

Installing Older Releases:

For instructions on how to install, see the Install page.

Downloading older releases of the Microsoft Build of OpenJDK can be necessary in certain situations. By following this article and downloading the correct binaries, you should be able to get your project up and running with the desired version of OpenJDK.

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