---
type: entity
title: GOTA-Modul
tags: [groupware, file-editing, java]
related: [groupware, openjdk, icedtea-webstart]
created: 2026-07-01
updated: 2026-07-01
sources: ["output/rz_uni_greifswald_de_support_downloads_software_javaopenjdk.md"]
---

# GOTA-Modul

The **GOTA-Modul** is a specialized feature within the university's [[groupware]] platform that allows users to edit files directly from the web interface.

## Workflow
1. The user double-clicks a file within [[groupware]].
2. A `.jnlp` file (specifically `gota.jnlp`) is downloaded.
3. The file is opened via a Java Web Start launcher.
4. The system launches a compatible local application (e.g., Notepad) for editing.
5. Upon saving, the file is automatically updated in [[groupware]] with a new timestamp.

## Technical Dependencies
To function correctly, the GOTA-Modul requires a specific Java configuration:
- **Java Version**: Must use **OpenJDK version 8**.
- **Launcher**: Requires [[icedtea-webstart]] to process the JNLP (Java Network Launch Protocol) files.
