Update Java on Your Windows Computer

Security vulnerabilities recently discovered in the Java software found on most Windows computers requires an update.

The update is easily done in a minute or two and given the severity of the security issues is highly advisable.

Video instructions here: Java Update Video and step-by-step instructions below.

Go to “Start” and select either “Control Panel” OR “Settings” -> “Control Panel” depending upon which start menu view you are using.
Once in the Control Panel screen look for an item marked “Java” with this icon and double-click it to open the Java console.
On the top row tabs will be a choice marked “Update”. Click that to open the Update panel.
On this panel will be a button marked “Update Now”. Click that and following the update instructions. In the case of the video my computer was already updated.

Posted by mike.shafer on 03-25-2008 at 09:03 am
Posted in PC Security

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