Java Questions

Hi everyone,

I have a few questions relating to Java which have been bugging me
literally for years now. I hope someone can help.

I have always had problems using Java on my Mac. I was using a Powerbook
G4 and recently bought a MacBook Pro. The problem seems to have migrated
with me to the new computer. I am up-to-date with all the system
software.

Java has always refused to run on Java. When I run a web page which
requires Java eg a bank site or chat room, I get a message saying that
the page is attempting to load Java content but Java is unavailable to
uninstalled. This same message also appears in several other web
browsers e.g. Firefox and OmniWeb.

For some reason however, Camino has always worked for me. However, I
just updated to Camino 1.0.3 and java suddenly stopped working. I
re-installed 1.0.2 and all worked fine again.

I have tried re-installing Java 1.4.2 from the Apple Web site but it
tells me that my system does not need updating. I have also tried
repairing permissions from Disk Utility.

I have tried accessing Java web sites from other people's computers and
have never had any problems.

If anyone is able to help I'd be really appreciative.

TIA,

Danny