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I suggested this change. For PvP purposes, nothing has changed. Java has as much firepower as it did before.
The difference is that now, the platforms represent the GRN's powerful position in the Taus, and the oppression of the IMG. That, and it conveniently shows Colonials who might want to dock on Java (which they shouldn't, because, well, secret diplomacy and all that) the door.
Colonials should never risk blowing the IMG's cover by being that close to Java.