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do i need Java 8 on my mac book pro

Do I need Java 8 on my mac book pro. Just received an update 281. I have 271 Should I download the update? Have heard a few negatives about Java. Not very computer savvy. A little advice would be appreciated. Thanks

MacBook Pro 15″

Posted on Mar 24, 2021 7:10 AM

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maryfromtruro wrote:

Do I need Java 8 on my mac book pro. Just received an update 281. I have 271 Should I download the update? Have heard a few negatives about Java. Not very computer savvy. A little advice would be appreciated. Thanks



Only if you use JAVA ?


ref: why do I need Java?

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/7872286


Modern implementations of Java also install their own pane in System Preferences, to control Java’s settings. If you don’t have that pane, you don’t have a proper installation of Java; if you do, it will tell you which version is installed, and should also help you bring it up to date as needed.


Java and macOS: what you should know – The Eclectic Light ...



https://java.com/en/download/help/java8.html


Get Java for your Mac

Download Java for OS X directly from Oracle - https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204036



How do I uninstall Java on my Mac?


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Mar 24, 2021 7:26 AM in response to maryfromtruro

maryfromtruro wrote:

Do I need Java 8 on my mac book pro. Just received an update 281. I have 271 Should I download the update? Have heard a few negatives about Java. Not very computer savvy. A little advice would be appreciated. Thanks



Only if you use JAVA ?


ref: why do I need Java?

https://discussions.apple.com/thread/7872286


Modern implementations of Java also install their own pane in System Preferences, to control Java’s settings. If you don’t have that pane, you don’t have a proper installation of Java; if you do, it will tell you which version is installed, and should also help you bring it up to date as needed.


Java and macOS: what you should know – The Eclectic Light ...



https://java.com/en/download/help/java8.html


Get Java for your Mac

Download Java for OS X directly from Oracle - https://support.apple.com/en-us/HT204036



How do I uninstall Java on my Mac?


do i need Java 8 on my mac book pro

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