How to Check If Java Is Installed on Ubuntu (And Install If It Isn't)
A lot of cross-platform apps are written in Java, so if you want to have a good time in Linux then you'll probably have to install it as some point or another.
The Best Languages for Mobile App Development in 2016
The world of mobile app development is still going as strong as ever. If you want to get started, it's not too late! Here are the languages you should think about learning.
Twitter Fights Harassment, Streaming the Super Bowl... [Tech News Digest]
Twitter launches another fight against harassment, Super Bowl 50 sets streaming record, switch between multiple Instagram accounts, get 2GB of Google Drive storage, and the fastest mobility scooter in the world.
Google Fixes Chrome for iOS, Malwarebytes Tackles Ransomware... [Tech News Digest]
Google improves Chrome for iOS, Malwarebytes protects you from ransomware, Oracle finally kills the Java plugin, Google Play embraces positivity, and Paul Rudd and Stephen Hawking play quantum chess.
Think Flash Is the Only Insecure Plugin? Think Again
Flash isn't the only browser plugin that presents a risk to your online privacy and security. Here are three more plugins that you probably have installed in your browser, but should uninstall today.
Disable Java on Mac OS X for a Secure System
Macs are generally secure, but Java has been causing security problems for years. It's finally time to get rid of Java on your Mac; here's how.
The Web Just Became More Secure: Google Drops Support for Java
When Java was first released in 1995, it was revolutionary. But now, it's safe to say that Java has lost its shine, and Google is about to drop support for it in Chrome.
Opera Mini 8 Redesign Brings Private Browsing For Java & BlackBerry Phones
If you're on an older device that runs Java, or if you use a non-OS10 BlackBerry phone, then Opera Mini is the best browser. And it just got better with Opera Mini 8.
Mythbusters: Dangerous Security Advice You Shouldn't Follow
When it comes to internet security, everyone and their cousin has advice to offer you about the best software packages to install, dodgy sites to stay clear of, or best practices when it comes to passwords. Or perhaps you've never listened to others and have your own beliefs about internet security? In that case - this post is for you. Let's take a look at some of the most common beliefs - some might say myths - about internet security.
Is Java Unsafe & Should You Disable It?
Oracle’s Java plug-in has become less and less common on the Web, but it’s become more and more common in the news. Whether Java is allowing over 600,000 Macs to be infected or Oracle is sitting on their hands and only patching a serious Java vulnerability four months after it’s initially reported, news about the Java plug-in is rarely good. The reality is that you probably don’t need Java installed.
Browser Plugins - One of the Biggest Security Problems on the Web Today [Opinion]
Web browsers have become much more secure and hardened against attack over the years. The big browser security problem these days is browser plugins. I don’t mean the extensions that you install in your browser – I mean those plugins that any web page can take advantage of, like Adobe Flash, Adobe Reader, and Oracle’s Java.
5 Great J2ME Apps For Your Non-Smartphone
Are you not using a smartphone, but still want access to a few apps? It might be possible - if your phone can use J2ME, there's a wide variety of apps out there for your phone whether you realize it or not. They are, however, hard to find, so I'm going to list the best ones I know of. I don't own a smartphone. I know, technology bloggers are supposed to be hip cats, up to date with the latest cool technology and slang.
The Top 6 Things To Consider When You Install Java Software
Oracle’s Java runtime software is required to run Java applets on websites and desktop software written in the Java programming language. When installing Java, there are a few things you should consider, especially regarding security. Java is used by an ever-decreasing number of websites and is a frequent target of attacks. Most people could remove Java and not notice a difference.
What Is the Java Virtual Machine & How Does It Work?
Though it isn't strictly necessary to know it works in order to program in Java, it's still good to know because it may help you become a better programmer.
2 Websites & 2 Apps That Can Help When Learning Java Programming
There are plenty of people I know who'd like to know how to program, yet they're confused by how to start and what the general ideas of programming are. In addition, there are a large number of programming languages to choose from, so choosing the right one to start out with may be a little difficult for the inexperienced programmer. This article will help you get started with a relatively easy to learn language.
How To Install Java On Fedora [Linux]
Under Linux, there are two different implementations of Java that are available for use. Ubuntu and Arch let you easily install either implementation, while Fedora users will have a slightly tougher time (at least when it comes to installing Oracle Java). This article should clear up any of the confusion on how to get it working, including some tips and tricks I discovered for 64-bit users.