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Oracle's Web Browser Plug-In Is Sinking Fast

You're right to be nervous about using Java in your Web browser. But that doesn't take away from the platform's importance to enterprise computing.

By Anders Bylund – Apr 21, 2013 at 1:50PM EST

This week, Oracle (ORCL +4.75%) found and patched a huge amount of security holes in its Java plugin for Web browsers. While it's never a bad idea to plug security holes, the update comes after a well-documented spree of Java hacks.

But don't cry for Java's demise in the desktop browser. The platform is still massively important in enterprise-grade computing. In this video, Fool contributor Anders Bylund walks you through Java's ups and downs on the desktop and in the data center.


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Anders Bylund
Anders Bylund is a contributing Motley Fool media and technology analyst covering semiconductors, cloud computing, internet infrastructure, quantum computing, and streaming media. Previously, Anders was a systems administrator for Nielsen Technology and CSX, gaining hands-on experience with enterprise-class systems. He was also a freelance writer for Ars Technica, TIME, USA Today, CNN, WIRED, and AOL's Daily Finance. He holds a bachelor’s degree in English and a master’s degree in library and information sciences from Florida State University. He believes in coyotes and time as an abstract.
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