How to Install Java 8 on Mac: A Step-by-Step Guide

Installing Java 8 on your Mac can be a bit tricky, especially when it comes to enabling unlimited cryptography. In this article, we'll guide you through the process of installing and configuring Java 8 on your Mac.

The first step is to download the Java Development Kit (JDK) from Oracle's official website. Once downloaded, install the JDK by following the installation instructions provided.

Next, you need to configure the policy files for unlimited cryptography. This involves downloading and installing the unlimited strength policy JAR files. You can find these files in the directory `UnlimitedJCEPolicyJDK8/` after unzipping the `jce_policy-8.zip` file.

If you're using an older version of Java 8, you'll need to manually install the JCE policy files as described in another answer.

It's also important to note that signing standards were refreshed in Java 8 Update 151 and later versions. This means that any answers suggesting installation via Homebrew won't work anymore, as the casks were deleted from the Homebrew repository after release of Java 8 Update 151.

To enable JCE in Java 8 Update 151 or higher, simply set the property `crypto.policy=unlimited`. This will allow you to use unlimited cryptography.

Finally, if you're using a fresh installation of Java 8 Update 161 or higher, you won't need to do anything as unlimited cryptography is enabled by default.

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