If you prefer an open-source version without account requirements, several vendors provide pre-built 64-bit binaries: Download the Red Hat Build of OpenJDK

Visit the Oracle Java SE 8 Archive for versions 8u211 and later.

Look for the file named jdk-8u[version]-windows-x64.exe to ensure you are getting the 64-bit installer. 2. OpenJDK Alternatives

Access the Legacy Archive for versions 8u202 and earlier.

For users running Windows 8 (64-bit), is the primary version officially supported for the desktop environment. While newer JDK versions exist, JDK 8 remains a standard for compatibility with legacy systems and specific development projects. Where to Download JDK 8 for Windows 8 64-bit

You have two main options for obtaining the JDK: the official Oracle distribution or an open-source alternative.

Oracle provides the standard distribution, though it now requires an account to access older versions.