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Rogar
1-11-13, 7:54pm
The number one most visited article on today's NPR web site is about how Java could put computers at risk for identity theft. Since I've been a victim of identity theft once, I take these things seriously. Maybe the forum's computer experts could add more or say I'm full of it. Here is one article describing things.

http://blogs.kqed.org/newsfix/2013/01/11/experts-warn-users-to-disable-widely-used-java-software/

rosarugosa
1-13-13, 8:13am
Rogar: Love your picture and I'm sure Spartana will too! DH & I disabled Java today after reading about the threat on the web.

Tammy
1-13-13, 10:03am
Does this affect smart phones too?

Mrs-M
1-14-13, 12:30am
For ease and simple user functionality, I highly recommend, No Script. Can be tailored to meet whatever needs you require.

ApatheticNoMore
1-14-13, 1:49am
I uninstalled all versions of Java, hopefully that's good enough.

Mrs-M
1-14-13, 2:10am
Only setback to disabling Java, internet searches (some sites) will be hampered, whereas with No Script, the user has full control over visiting any/all sites, with no restrictions/limitations.

ApatheticNoMore
1-14-13, 3:03am
Ok I'll see how it works, I may have to do something that forces me back, but I was sick and tired of being prompted to download Java updates every day anyway :). So loving life without Java so far.

bUU
1-14-13, 4:38am
The fix for Java has been released. Upgrade and you can stop worrying (about this attack vector).