If you do not need to use Base and donot want to use any of the Wizards, then you do not need to have Java installed and configured for running ApacheOpenOffice (and older versions of ). So what does this mean exactly? Base (the database component) relies completely on Java technologies to run, but otherprograms (like Writer, Calc and Impress) only need Java for special functionality. See additional topics pertaining to the use of Java in OpenOfficeand Apache OpenOffice in theInstallation FAQ. Java is mainly required for the HSQLDBdatabase engine (used by our database product Base) and to make use of accessibility and assistive technologies.Furthermore some wizards rely on Java technology. Java is required for complete OpenOffice functionality.
Why Do I Need Java to Use Apache OpenOffice?
