Chapter 6. Getting Started with Java
Topics in This Chapter
Unique features of Java: What's so unusual, and why everyone is so excited about it
Java myths: Separating hype from reality
The evolution of Java: Past and current Java versions
Ready, set: The Java software and documentation you'll need
Go: How to compile and run a Java program
Appetizers: Some simple Java programs
Java in the real world: Some sample Java applications
Java is a programming language that looks a lot like C++ and can be used for general-purpose applications, for embedding programs in WWW pages, and for enterprise programs on e-commerce sites. Programmers think it's cool; software managers think it's hot. In fact, two companies in particular, IBM and Oracle, love Java so much ...
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