CentOS is a version of Linux designed for enterprise servers and systems. It is based upon the freely available source code of Red Hat Enterprise Linux, although it is not released or supported by Red Hat. Unlike Red Hat Enterprise Linux, CentOS does not require any licensing fees or support contracts; this has made it a popular and free choice for running servers that are completely compatible with RedHat's offerings. CentOS fully supports the aging Java Runtime Environment (JRE) 1.5 through its "yum" update utility.
Instructions
1. Log into your CentOS system by entering your username and password when prompted upon boot.
2. Type the command "sudo yum install java-1.5.0-ibm" in the console. You will be prompted for the root (administrative) password of the machine.
3. Type the root password and press "Enter." Your system will update its package lists and begin downloading the Java 1.5 package from the yum repository.
4. Press "Y" when asked if you would like to install the application. The console will return to the command prompt when installation has completed.
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