I keep getting a popup window "A program needs your permission to continue. If you started this program, continue.
jucheck.exe
Oracle America, Inc.
It has the little cup of coffee icon.
I didn't start this update, but maybe it's automatic. I'm cautious about these updates having been fooled once before.
How do I know if this is ok?
Also, what's the name of that program which checks your computer to see if all programs are fully updated? I think it's the little Scotty dog one? I had it but my son removed it, and I'd like to get it back.
jucheck.exe is the Java Update checker: http://www.java.com/en/download/faq/jucheck.xml
The coffee cup icon you describe is Java's
(https://www.landzdown.com/proxy.php?request=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kookoo.in%2Fimages%2Fjava-icon.gif&hash=c8053a7f0fde62f5366bd5f96c450ce98097ab7d)
As for the program version checker, perhaps you are referring to Secunia? http://secunia.com/vulnerability_scanning/online/
Hi, Daisy.
The "Scotty Dog" is WinPatrol: http://www.winpatrol.com/
Considering the severe vulnerabilities in Oracle Java lately, you may not even need it on your computer. Please see Do You Need Java? (http://securitygarden.blogspot.com/2010/10/do-you-need-java.html)
Thank you both.
You're welcome.
Smart move to ask when in doubt! :thumbsup:
Word :D