Installing and Enabling Java
Testing for Java
For every browser except Internet Explorer, Java is needed for search to function.
Installing Java (All non-Macintosh systems)
Installing Java (Macintosh)
Mac OS 10.6 "Snow Leopard" and older
The recommended method for installing Java is via Mac OS X's built-in Software Update feature. This ensures you have the most up-to-date, secure version of Java from Apple.
You may need to restart your Mac if prompted.
Mac OS 10.7 "Lion" and newer
Starting in 2011, Apple stopped bundling Java with the operating system. To download and install Java:
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