Java is one of those things that you don’t need to download until the moment you do. Most computer users will go about their business without having to download Java for Windows.

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You can check which Java version is on your Mac to see if you have the most up-to-date Java running, or you can check on the Java website.

To clear the Java cache, open the Java control panel, which you can find in the Windows Control Panel or in System Preferences on a Mac.

To bring up Java's new security settings, go to Start>>Computer and type "Javacpl.exe" in the search bar. If it doesn't appear, you may have to find it manually.