Originally Posted By: Pendragon
Java ... Why even have it?

There are two reasons you may need Java. The first is that you require access to websites whose functionality depends on Java (e.g., certain banks etc.). The second is that you have a need for stand-alone* Java apps on your Mac. I've listed some of those in a previous post.


*) There are also non-Java applications, that use Java for certain tasks or modules only. These may include initial installation and/or certain functionality of the installed program.

Last edited by alternaut; 09/07/12 02:02 PM. Reason: added clarification

alternaut moderator