How to get Java Edition: Open your preferred web browser and head to Minecraft.net. At the top right of the page, click the Get Minecraft button. Select Computer as your platform of choice. You'll ...

You'll need a Microsoft account to download Minecraft but that's no sweat to do. Choosing between the two versions, Java and Bedrock, is much easier than it used to be. There is no wrong choice as ...

The Java Edition is only for PC, and it will only allow you to play with other Java players, which is a lot more limiting.