How do I get Java support for Mac?

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How do I get Java support for Mac?

This article applies to:

Platform(s): Macintosh OS X
Java version(s): All JRE Versions
Browser(s): All Browsers

Apple Computer supplies their own version of Java. Use the Software Update feature (available on the Apple menu) to check that you have the most up-to-date version of Java for your Mac.

If you have problems with downloading, installing or using Java on Mac, please contact Apple Computer Technical Support.

For more information about the Java Plug-in for Mac X versions, see:
http://developer.apple.com/java/