With the latest security holes coming to light, many are recommending removing Java entirely from your system. If you don't want to go that far, here are some things you can do.

Protect your computer better by keeping Java updated, or eradicate it completely. Yasin Soliman explains.

Java likes it on your PC and really doesn't want to let go. Even after you uninstall all the versions listed in your Add/Remove you may find Java components installed in web browsers.

Oracle's newly released Java 7 runtime is relatively painless to install and uninstall.

It's also worth noting that Apple removed Java from OS X by default, with an October software update uninstalling the software from Macs running either Lion or Mountain Lion.

Last month, I wrote about how Microsoft told its users to update Java or kill it. This week, a new 0-day vulnerability in Sun’s software is pushing security companies to do the same, with one ...

Java 2 Runtime Environment, SE v1.4.2_03 This Uninstall Programs entry corresponds to a legitimate program and is unnecessary to remove.