So I see, via the blogosphere, that a Java 6 update is available for the Mac , so I run off to the Apple website to download the package . Click on the link, and I'm happy. Wait.... It's for 64-bit Intel Macs only ?!? Apple, why do you tease me this way? Why is it that you can build it for 64-bit machines, but not 32-bit? This just seems entirely spurious and artificial. Somebody please tell me that it's otherwise, and why, because until then, I'm going to just assume that Apple doesn't give a whit about Java. Enterprise consulting, mentoring or instruction. Java, C++, .NET or XML services. 1-day or multi-day workshops available. Contact me for details . Read More...