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Java 1.4.1 Update for Mac OS X

Java 1.4.1 Final is now available via your Software Update:


    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 (http://www.apple.com/applescript/GUI/).

    For more details on this update, please visit: http://www.apple.com/java/

Java 1.4.1 was originally rumored to be released on March 3rd.

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