Java for yahoo games, when using XP home

[billie]

I installed XP home, then went to yahoo games, and it
wouldn't load. I was told I needed to d'l Java, which I
did. It still doesnt work right, does anyone know what
number Java I shoudl d'l? Some said ALL XP users have to
us d'l Java to do yahoo games..why? I mean if this is
true I'm going to take it off. You would think microsoft
would have put the same Java as it did for 95, 98, or
ME..makes no sense. Since I spend alot of time in yahoo
games, this is unacceptable.

 

[Roman]

To XP windows has problem with the Java script, u can
surely solve it by windows update, just click on start on
ur desktop and then click on the icon that says "Windows
Update" download and install all updates, if it dosen't
work contect with the Microsoft team to get extra help,
if u bought Win Xp, u should Register it to microsoft to
get help

 

[Paul Smith]

I installed XP home, then went to yahoo games, and it
wouldn't load. I was told I needed to d'l Java, which I
did. It still doesnt work right, does anyone know what
number Java I shoudl d'l? Some said ALL XP users have to
us d'l Java to do yahoo games..why? I mean if this is
true I'm going to take it off. You would think microsoft
would have put the same Java as it did for 95, 98, or
ME..makes no sense. Since I spend alot of time in yahoo
games, this is unacceptable.

What Java are you downloading? Try using Sun's Java thingy www.sun.com I'm
sure Jimmy or Chris will answer with more help (Java isn't my speciality).

Microsoft were basically forced into removing Java Virtual Machine from
Windows due to Sun's legal action against Microsoft. So yes now everyone
has to suffer just so Sun can try and prolong the inevitable.

Might wanna check out www.zone.com for little browser based games, they're
mostly moving over to Flash based games from Java now.

--
Paul Smith,
Yeovil, UK.
http://windows.dasmirnov.net/ Windows XP Resource Site.
http://www.smirnov.demon.co.uk/
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*Replace nospam with smirnov to reply by e-mail*

 

[Jimmy S.]

| What Java are you downloading? Try using Sun's Java thingy www.sun.com I'm
| sure Jimmy or Chris will answer with more help (Java isn't my speciality).

You rang?

Online games are usually developed using Flash, Java, or Virtual Machine.
The most likely solution to a problem with an online game is to install, upgrade,
or reinstall the right one for the game site you're playing on.

A. For Zone.com games: Zone.com are converting most of their games for Flash
to avoid the conflicts between the Sun Java system and Microsoft's Virtual Machine.
Install Flash from: http://sdc.shockwave.com/shockwave/download/frameset.fhtml

B. Most other game sites still use Java. You can install Java and find more help
tips at this webpage: http://java.com/en/download/help/pogo.jsp

C. If the online game still won't load, or gives you errors, try these steps:

1. Click START / Control Panel / Internet Options and click on the Advanced Tab.

2. Below HTTP 1.1 is the Sun Java/ Microsoft VM section: Make sure all Java choices
are unchecked (especially JIT) and then press [OK]. You may be prompted to reboot.

3. If you don't see a Microsoft VM section then download Microsoft Virtual Machine for:
Windows 98 / Me / NT / XP from: http://www.abxair.com/software/msjavx86.exe

4. After you download Java, double-click the file to install it, reboot and then follow
the directions in Steps 1. and 2..to disable JIT compiler and other advanced options.

* Whenever you get a Java Virtual Machine Security Update from Windows Update, you
will have to follow Steps 1. and 2..to disable JIT compiler and other adv. options again.

6. If the problem persists Adjust Your browser settings using this basic example:
http://www3.sympatico.ca/nibblesnbits/EnterRooms.html#IE

7. Try these suggestions for Zone's Java Games:
http://classic.zone.msn.com/zzzz/help/helpjavagames.asp

8. Maybe it's a software conflict: Make certain that your Firewall or Antivirus program is
not configured to block Java Applets. Norton's products for example have that option.
If you're unsure temporarily disable Startup programs one at a time, starting with Firewall,
Antivirus & AdBlockers using: http://support.microsoft.com/?scid=331796
or this utility: http://new.jtsoft2001.com/windows/startup.php

9. If you have a Coffee Cup icon in your system tray (next to the time) you might have a
conflict between MS VM and Java: Uninstall Java using Control Panel / Remove Programs.

10. Check the Help / Support section of the game site in question for Java topics relevant to
that site. There is usually an email or a (non Java) help chat available as well.

--
Cheers, Windows XP MVP Shell / User
Jimmy S. http://mvp.support.microsoft.com

Game FAQs: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=FH;[LN];gms
Visit my Zone.com / Gaming Helpsite: http://nibblesnbits.tk or Call / Contact
MS Support at: http://support.microsoft.com/default.aspx?scid=sz;en-us;top
My advice is donated "AS IS" without warranty; nor do I confer any rights.
_________________________________________________________

 

[Chris H.]

Ding, ding! It is covered nicely already.
--
Chris H.
Microsoft Windows MVP
Tablet Creations - http://nicecreations.us/
Associate Expert
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