How to disable Java on popular operating systems

Java is a browser vulnerability through which a virus may infect your computer. Through it, hundreds of thousands of PCs are infected every year with malware. Below we will tell you how to disable Java on popular operating systems. To solve the problem, you do not need deep knowledge and experience. Just follow the step by step instructions.

How to disable Java on Windows

Starting with the seventh version of this operating system, in its system settings, there was the possibility of deactivating a Javascript. Below you will find instructions on how to disable java on Windows in two versions: 7 and 10.

How to disable Java Windows 7

To secure your personal computer, you need to know how to disable Java Windows. Follow the instructions:

1. Go to the "Start" menu.
2. There you will see the "Programs" section. Go to it and find the Java application among the general list.

   

3. Go to the program settings by clicking “Configure Java”.
4. Go to the “Security” tab and remove the top checkmark.

   

5. Save the changes by clicking “Apply” and then “OK”.

Also, you can read detailed instructions for configuring up a proxy on Windows 7.

How to disable Java Windows 10

In this version of the operating system, the procedure is performed by making changes in a special control panel. To understand how to disable Java in Windows 10, check out this step-by-step guide:

1. Enter the word “Java” in the search engine of the operating system located next to the Start menu.

   

2. Select the “Configure Java” control panel that appears.

   

3. Click on the “Security” tab.
4. Uncheck the box next to “Enable Java content for browser ...”.

   

5. Click “Apply” and “OK” to save the settings.

Disable Javascript on Linux and Safari

The procedures for disabling this technology on Linux and Safari operating systems are identical to the instructions above for Windows 7 and 10:

1. Write the word “Java” in the search engine of the operating system.
2. Go to the configuration control panel of this application - “Configure Java”.
3. Click on the “Security” tab.
4. Uncheck the box next to "Enable Java content for browser ...".
5. Save the settings by clicking “Apply” and then “OK”.

Now you know how to disable Javascript. Do this to increase your security when using the Internet. You can also completely remove Java from your computer. To do this, just right-click on the application and select the "Delete" action.

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