How to Install ActiveX Control 12 for Runescape

RuneScape uses a programming language created by Sun Microsystems called Java. Browsers need to have an Active X control installed to utilize Java. Security settings must be set to allow the use of the Active X control.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Installing Java

1. 
    
   Java download options

   Download the Java plug-in at http://java.com/en/download/manual.jsp. Click on the first link to begin the download.

2. 
    
   Java download prompt

   Click on the "Save file" button. Select your desktop as the location for the file.

3. 
    
   Java installation

   Run the file from your desktop and follow the installation prompts.

4. 
    
   Internet Explorer security settings

   Open Internet Explorer and go to Tools > Internet Options > Security. Set the security level for the Internet zone to medium-high then press OK.

5. Click "play now" at http://www.runescape.com/

Tips & Warnings

• Additional tips for enabling Java can be found at http://java.com/en/download/help/enable_browser.xml.

References

• RuneScape official site