is it safe to download Java?

Question

I want to download minecraft but it says I have to download Java and I've read that Java can mess your computer up

Answer 1

The security problems with Java are browser plugin issues. Any serious breech requires an unpatched hole in the plugin, plus an unpatched hole in the OS. In Windows, do all of non-admin stuff on a standard user login, keep your OS, browser, and Java up-to-date, and your vulnerablility will be very small. With or without Java, it's never zero.



Download system software only from official sources. For Java, that's either java.com, or oracle.com. Both are Oracle-sponsored sites, and Oracle is the owner of the Java trademark and technology. If you don't plan to write your own Java programs, java.com is easier to use.



http://www.java.com



If you do decide to dive into Java programming, the Oracle TechNetwork downloads are at:

http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/index.html



You can also get the runtime (JRE) there. For Minecraft, make sure it's the Java 7 JRE (*not* "Server JRE") for your OS (including correct 32/64 bit choice). Minecraft doesn't officially support Java 8 yet.

https://help.mojang.com/customer/portal/articles/325948-minecraft-system-requirements

Answer 2

Java is needed for every-computer. If you don't download it you are often limited to what you can do as you've experienced. It used to be Java made your system run slow, however the modern versions appear a lot better. -It's also safe to download, don't worry.

Answer 3

Yes Java downloading is safe you can download java safely.

Answer 4

Java is an essential part. Just be sure to D/L from http://www.oracle.com/technetwork/java/javase/downloads/jre7-downloads-1880261.html .. If you want to run Java programs, but not develop them, download the Java Runtime Environment,

Answer 5

You can install Java if you want to run Java applications and program. You can download it and safely install in your computer.

Answer 6

Java is widely used, safe, and secure. As @husoski mentioned, it is the third party products that are not so safe.

Answer 7

Java is a must-have software to be installed on your pc,especially if you are a windows user.Its safe to download.

Answer 8

Java's very safe and necessary.

Answer 9

Yes its safe

Answer 10

Yes Its safe you can download.

Answer 11

Yes its safe you can download it safely.

Answer 12

Yes.

Answer 13

Yes its safe