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Java Applets

The cluster focuses on discussions about Java applets, their obsolescence in modern browsers, comparisons to new browser technologies, and debates on whether they should be revived or reinvented.

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Sample Comments

mobiuscog • Mar 16, 2016 • View on HN

Why bother with applets ? Just run 'native' Java apps.

bskap • Jan 23, 2013 • View on HN

Because many people are still stuck using applets in the browser. The JDK won't run those.

highwind • Dec 22, 2016 • View on HN

Maybe he means in browser Java Applets. But they are pretty much dead anyways.

fiatjaf • Mar 12, 2017 • View on HN

Java applets are not supported anymore anywhere, I think.

hexasquid • Mar 20, 2014 • View on HN

We don't want to rely on Java Applets or Flash

MaxBarraclough • Apr 25, 2021 • View on HN

Got it, I thought you were referring to the demise of Java applets.

asadotzler • Sep 19, 2014 • View on HN

Java makes a triumphant comeback in the browser?

wtetzner • Nov 10, 2015 • View on HN

Doesn't sound so different from Java applets.

jiggy2011 • Jan 29, 2013 • View on HN

Could be worse, you could have developed everything with Java applets.

brianhama • Mar 8, 2017 • View on HN

This sounds a lot like Java applets...