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@@ -69,8 +69,8 @@ Finally we can check if java is now running as expected
 
 * You can check the values of environment variables from command prompt issuing commands such as `SET JAVA_HOME` or `SET PATH`
 * You can get to the environment variable dialog by other means
-	** search "env" in the windows start menu
-	** open System from the Control Panel and then "Environment Variables" 
+	- search "env" in the windows start menu
+	- open System from the Control Panel and then "Environment Variables" 
 
 
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