How Do I Enable Java in My Web Browser?
Java is a compiler used in many web applications to run advanced interactions with the visitor's machine. Java is required for certain science applications, online games and web components. Some users choose to disable Java, because it can cause a security issue on the machine. However, Java can be re-enabled to allow interactivity with selected websites. This is done in the properties of your Firefox or Internet Explorer browser.
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Instructions
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Internet Explorer
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Click the "Tools" menu item and then select "Internet Options." This opens a new window where you can configure your web browser's properties.
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Click the "Programs" tab. In this window, click "Manage Add-ons." This opens a window with a list of programs enabled on your machine.
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Click the icon labeled "Java Plug-in." Below the list box, select "Enabled" and press the "OK" button. Press the "OK" button in the main properties window. Java is now enabled in your browser.
Firefox
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Click the "Tools" menu item and then click the "Options" selection. This opens the properties window for Firefox.
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Click the "Content" tab. This screen has several options for application level security, including Java and JavaScript.
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Check the box labeled "Enable Java" and press the "OK" button. You can now browse websites with Java from the Firefox web browser.
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Tips & Warnings
If you don't have Java installed on your machine, you first need to download the plug-in (see Resources).
References
Resources
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