I have a ton of Java updates taking up space on my computer---do I need them all? Can I remove any of them? These are the ones I have: Java SE v1.4.2, and I have Update 2, 4, 6, 11. I see there is another update yet waiting to install. Thanks.
2007-11-03 08:53:59 · 2 answers · asked by Susie 1 in Computers & Internet ➔ Programming & Design
Yes and no. I often find the updates to be a nuisance, but you do want to use the latest (supported) version of Java Runtime Environment.
I suggest uninstalling all the JRE's you have installed via the Add/Remove Programs, then restart your computer, then download the latest one from Java.com.
One of the updates I get every time I install it, is an offering to use Open Office. Open Office is free and optional.
2007-11-03 08:59:30 · answer #1 · answered by jvmanna 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Install the latest update and then you can safely remove all of the older versions in Add/ Remove Programs.
2007-11-03 09:00:44 · answer #2 · answered by ELfaGeek 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋