Is Java harmful to my computer?

Yes, it’s not only safe to remove Java, it will actually make your PC safer . Java has long been one of the top security risks on Windows, partly because many users still had old versions on their PCs. This was because of bad update policies from Sun and, later, Oracle.

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Is Java necessary on Mac?

You don’t need to install Java UNLESS you have some apps that are Java-based . I do have at least one app like that, so I need it. And you can set Java NOT to enable Java content in a browser, in the Java Control Panel/Security under System Preferences. That way, only apps on your Mac that need Java can use it.

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Does Apple allow Java?

Apple has moved away from Java gradually for a variety of reasons, but most recently, it has done so because *it can*. … Java developers take note: Android may soon be your last stronghold of relevance. Only time will tell.23 Eki 2012

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