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Why should I remove older versions of Java from my system?Over time, you may have installed multiple versions of Java to run available Java content. In the past, each Java update was installed in separate directories on your system. However, Java updates are now installed in a single directory. Should I remove older versions of Java?We highly recommend users remove all older versions of Java from your system.Keeping old and unsupported versions of Java on your system presents a serious security risk. Removing older versions of Java from your system ensures that Java applications will run with the most up-to-date security and performance improvements on your system. How can I remove older versions of Java?You can safely remove older versions of Java from your system by following the instructions on Java uninstallation instructions for Windows page.Do I need older versions of Java?The latest available version is compatible with the older versions. However, some Java applications (or applets) can indicate that they are dependent on a particular version, and may not run if you do not have that version installed. If an application or web page you access requires an older version of Java, you should report this to the provider/developer and request that they update the application to be compatible with all Java versions. |