Java

[RoccoR5955]

5. I wouldn't trust Kim Kommando

as far as I can throw a piano!
For so long she has capitalized on her "expertise," and all she gives is novice information.
The link doesn't really tell us WHY we should get rid of Java, only that it is on so many PCs, and is an easy target. WINDOWS is on MORE PCs, and is an easier target, so why not just get rid of Windows while you're at it. Flash is also on many machines, as is Acrobat Reader. Using her logic, you should just get rid of software that is open to security problems, and be done with it!

No, Kommando is wrong as usual!

You can update your Java, and still disable it within your browser if you need to have it. One of the latest fixes changes the security settings of Java, as to inform you that it wants to run, so that you can use it or not, at your discretion.

You are better served if you have a good anti-virus, a good software firewall, as well as a hardware firewall, and you keep Windows, and all your other software updated.

I say this with 25+ years of supporting nearly 2000 Windows users. It's what I do for a living.
When I see a computer get infected, it's more than likely that a person did not update Windows or other software, or clicked on an attachment in one's e-mail, or a nefarious link. If you are not expecting an attachment or a link, DON'T OPEN IT!


Okay, I'm done ranting now. Just stay on top of things, and ignore all the FUD.