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Disabling Java

Hi every one,


I have seen quite a few questions about disabling Java and applets.

Can somebody tell me why this is needed and what does Java do.

I use Safari and Firefox on my Macbook for general browsing for information, using ebay and e-mails.


Thanks for any help,


Alan

MacBook, Mac OS X (10.6.8), G4 ibook running 10.4.11.

Posted on Mar 5, 2013 11:33 PM

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Posted on Mar 6, 2013 7:28 AM

You probably don't need Java for your use. Jave is a security nightmare, everytime Apple patches java to fix one security hole another pops up. Running java could allow someone to gain access to personal information inyour computer. Disable it.

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Disabling Java

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