Java update

[vulcanised]

I keep getting nagged to install Java 7.

Is it worthwhile?

[mixture]

YES

Unless :

(a) You have no need for Java. In which case, uninstall it.
(b) You know you have some app that relies on a specific version of Java, in which case, use that (or update/change your app).

[vulcanised]

Reason for asking is that I'm not at all sure I have anything that uses Java and ISTR advice not to update it unless it's vital.

[mixture]

Suitable option might be to disable it in your browser.... see if you notice any issues after a week and then uninstall it.

(If you've got Adobe CS Suite installed, then I believe Illustrator needs Java somewhere, although I'd be surprised if Adobe don't just bundle Java with it).