Remove old versions of Java

If you are attempting to disable Java through the Java Control Panel you will not see the check box you need if you still have older versions of Java installed.  These instructions will help you remove them.  Once they are removed, the check box will appear in the Java Control Panel.

Java programs go by many names.   If you see something with Java in the name and the publisher is Oracle (or Sun Microsystems) this is what you need to remove.  Anything called JavaScript is OK and should be left alone.  You can determine if you have the most current version of Java here.   (NOTE:  If you install a new version of Java, please remember to un-check the box that installs the "ASK.com" toolbar.  It is not needed.) All other versions should be considered old and available for removal. 

To uninstall older versions of Java

Windows 7 and Vista

1. Click Start
2. Select Control Panel
3. Select Programs
4. Click Programs and Features
5. Select the program you want to uninstall by clicking on it, and then click the Uninstall button.
6. Click Yes to remove the application. You may need administrator privileges to remove programs.
7. If a window labeled User Account Control pops up, procede by clicking Yes.

Repeat steps  5 - 7 for each old version of Java on your computer.

Cloe the Control Panel when you are finished

Windows XP - Uninstall Programs

1. Click Start
2. Select Control Panel
3. Click Add/Remove Programs
4. The Add/Remove Control Panel displays a list of software on your system, including any Java software products that are on your computer. Select the one  you want to uninstall by clicking on it. Then click the Remove button.

Repeat step  4 for each old version of Java on your computer.

Cloe the Control Panel when you are finished

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