Since 2018, we’ve had a new release of the Java platform every six months. With Swiss watch-like regularity, the latest version of Java, JDK 24, is upon us.

This latest version of Java, due to arrive as a production release on September 16, has 18 features. JDK 25 comes on the heels of JDK 24, a six-month-support release that arrived March 18.

While JDK 21's default security settings are more robust, compatibility with legacy applications may need close review to ensure a smooth transition. Future-Proofing With JDK 21: A Strategic Advantage ...