Jarx makes running Java programs easy. After installing Jarx, you can run JAR files (Java archives with the .jar extension) by double clicking them.
Jarx 1.0: First release (August 12, 2004)
Jarx 1.1: support for default.jarx configuration file added (released with the Game of Life)
Jarx 1.2: support for executing JAR files outside the current directory added (September 22, 2004)
Q: When I click About in the Jarx submenu in Programs, or when I run jarx.exe I see an About dialog box but nothing happens. Is something wrong?
A: No, nothing is wrong. Jarx works invisibly and comes in action when you run (double click) a file with the .jar or .jarx file extension.
Q: Starting JAR files doesn't work anymore. How can I get Jarx working again?
A: You probably installed a program that "stole" the .jar file extension. Some unzip progams do this. You have to re-install Jarx.
Q: Does Jarx work with Java 1.1 programs?
A: Yes. You can make a JAR file and Jarx will first try to run your program in a Sun JVM and when that fails, it will try the Microsoft VM.
Q: How do I create a JAR file?
A: See Sun's JAR Tutorial. Don't forget to add the Manifest with the Main-Class-header.
Q: Can I use distribute Jarx with my own Java software?
A: Yes, if you software is freeware. See Jarx for developers for more information.
The latest information and updates can be found on the Jarx website:
Jarx is Copyright 2004 Edwin Martin <edwin@bitstorm.org>.
This software is freeware.
You are allowed to freely distribute the original, unmodified Jarx installer program.
No warranty. There is no warranty for the program, to the extent permitted by applicable law. In no event unless required by applicable law or agreed to in writing will the copyright holder, or any other party who may redistribute the program as permitted above, be liable to you for damages arising out of the use or inability to use the program.