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What is Java needed for in OpenOffice.org?

Java is necessary for use of the following in OpenOffice.org:

JDBC drivers
Using the XSLT, flat XML filters
Using Java applets in OpenOffice.org
Using Java-based languages in the scripting framework
Java Application Interface (API) programs for 3^rdparty modules
Autopilot/wizard form generators
All accessibility functions
The OpenOffice.org testtool and QaTestDev programs

See also: The installer is looking for Java. Does it really need it to work correctly?

Documentation / User FAQ / Installation / Previous