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Do I need Java?

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arejfour
arejfour

I just got a new computer Windows 10 OS. I have FF installed and ready to go. I was just curious if I need to install Java? I had it on my old computer, but, I'm not sure if it was ever actually used. Should I install it or just wait until some application says it needs it? Thanks

I just got a new computer Windows 10 OS. I have FF installed and ready to go. I was just curious if I need to install Java? I had it on my old computer, but, I'm not sure if it was ever actually used. Should I install it or just wait until some application says it needs it? Thanks

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Wait until you come across a website that tells you that you need Java.

I haven't had Java installed for a few years now, and haven't missed it one bit.

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FredMcD
FredMcD

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the-edmeister
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Wait until you come across a website that tells you that you need Java.

I haven't had Java installed for a few years now, and haven't missed it one bit.

James
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Unless you need it for something you should not install it. It has been a vulnerable Plugin over time.

Oracle even plans to depreciate their vulnerable Java Plugin. https://blogs.oracle.com/java-platform-group/entry/moving_to_a_plugin_free