Free MIDI editor- BUT, it needs Java..

BeatBuddy General
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I have always avoided java as I have read it has big security holes and makes pretty deep changes to your PC and os.

So I was going to try the MIDI editor but I see it needs java…what do others here think about java these days…is it worth the risk?

thanks

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You would be safe to using Java. It is now used by thousands of websites and also by Microsoft Windows exclusively, so it’s completely safe. I don’t know any site or system nowdays that don’t use Java. It makes you computer function better.
Sincerely, Fingerstylepicker.

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Using Java poses security risks but as long as you are aware of them and take steps to protect yourself, you should be okay. I’m a Mac user and I’ve learned to live without Java by using Aria Maestosa instead of BeatBuilder. Here’s a link with what you can do to reduce the risks from using Java on either a PC or a Mac: <http://securitynet.org/the-risks-of-using-java-and-what-can-you-do-about-it/>

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thanks guys :slight_smile:

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That Aria app looks okay - I might give it a go before committing to java :slight_smile: I do have Sonar, but I am looking for a simple straightforward drum editor as for this task (editing/creating drum beats) I really do nto need the bells and whistles of Sonar haha!

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I don’t have a problem with running Java on my computer. I use Chrome for browsing which doesn’t support Java for security reasons so running it off the internet for apps like Beat Builder should be fine.

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cheers Rob