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Java's Security Still Flawed

As you may know, Oracle recently updated their Java software. This update was set out to fixed a large hole in the security, which it did. However this update opened another hole and is still a vulnerabililty to users. Java can easily be disabled with a few simple steps and once it's gone you probably will never notice it.

Google Chrome

Disable Java in Chrome is very easy, simply type "chrome://plugins" into your address bar, locate Java and disable it. Then just restart your browser.

Safari

To disable Jave in Safari press control and comma simultaneously, or click "Safari" then "Preferences". Then click "Security" and simply uncheck the "Enable Java" box. Then simply restart your browser.

Internet Explorer

Go to Tools, Manage Add-Ons and you will be greeted with a window. On the left will be a lift labelled "Show" click this and select "All add-ons" and locate Java. Click the disable button and restart your browser.

Firefox

Enter the "Tools" menu and click "Add-ons". Select "Plug-ins" on the left of the new tab that has opened. Browsing through this list you will find Java. Click the "Disable" button on the right and restart your browser.

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