Java used to be deeply embedded in OS X, but in recent versions of the OS it's an optional install. Here is how to check to see if it is installed, and how to disable or remove it.

Apple has made Java for OS X 10.7 Lion available as a downloadable installation, or like Rosetta as an optional installation whenever you launch an application that requires it.

Apple has taken another step towards making OS X safer on the web. An update released on Wednesday sees the Java plugin removed from all Mac-compatible browsers installed on the system. The latest ...

Both Leopard and Snow Leopard are getting Java updates today: OS X 10.5 getting its 9th, while OS X 10.6 is getting a 4th update to improve reliability, security, and updates Java SE 6 on 64-bit ...