Apple Updated Java to 1.4.1

1999–2004March 11, 2003Dana BaggettMac OS
and it's available for download via the Software Update preference panel or directly from this Apple Java web page. From the Read Me file:

The Java 1.4.1 update adds the following enhancements :

  • Improved Java applet support for Safari and other web browsers that support the Java Internet Plug-In.
  • Up-to-date with the latest Java release from Sun, with hundreds of new features, including built-in support for XML-based web services, enhanced client functionality, and improved performance and reliability.
  • Java applications take better advantage of Aqua and Quartz Extreme.
  • Java applications now fully leverage the built-in Universal Access features of Mac OS X v10.2.
  • Java applications can now be controlled through AppleScript, via the new UI Scripting technology.

[Dana Baggett]

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