Java update -- can I delete the old?

Question

I have automatic update from java, and the Java program updates are usually ~120 MB. I am very tight on space, and I was wondering if I can perform the 'uninstall/remove' function for "J2SE Runtime Environment 5.0 update 13 (146MB)" because I just automatically d/l'd and installed Java (TM) 6 update 12 (94.5MB).


Basically, in short... I'ma sking can I uninstall/remove runtime 5.0 update 13 and just keep Java 6 update 12 and not have my browsing experience affected?


Thanks, and sorry for the confusing question!!

Answer 1

Don't delete the old one. Java would remove runtime 5 itself if your computer didn't need it. Runtime 6 needs runtime 5. Get a bigger harddrive or an external one. They are pretty cheap these days. Also try a disk defragment in your Start menu - Accessories/System Tools. It might free some space for you.

Answer 2

Yes, the old can be deleted to conserve space on your computer, but keep the latest one.

Answer 3

No you cant. if you uninstall it then you wont be able to get any other Java later updates.