How to clear the Java cache on your Mac or PC to fix web browsing issues
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Dave Johnson
Jul 2, 2020, 20:19 IST
It only takes a few moments to clear the Java cache on your computer.Guido Mieth/Getty Images
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You can clear the Java cache on your computer to fix issues with web browsing, and possibly help your computer run faster.
To clear the Java cache, open the Java control panel, which you can find in the Windows Control Panel or in System Preferences on a Mac.
You can also try deleting the temporary internet files stored on your computer.
Java is a programming language that helps many websites run correctly. When you visit a site that uses Java, it stores some data in a cache on your computer, which helps these sites run faster.
If you're having issues with Java on your Mac or PC, you can clear its cache, which forces it to reload its data. This can clear up bugs and other unusual behavior.
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It's worth pointing out, however, that few popular programs or websites rely on Java anymore, and Java is considered by some to be a significant security risk. If you don't have a specific need for Java, you should consider uninstalling it.
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