The Reflection for the Web Launcher was developed to provide a means of using JNLP without relying on Oracle’s JRE or Java plug-in to launch Reflection for the Web and your emulator sessions.
Since Oracle will no longer provide a free Java (JRE) with Long Term Support for businesses, we are providing the Reflection for the Web Launcher as a solution and cost-savings option.
Highlights of Oracle’s policy changes: