Why Java?

• Since you already have experience with the C++ language, it was felt that learning a new language would be more beneficial. Besides, by gaining experience with both languages you can judge for yourself which one will best satisfy your programming needs.

• To demonstrate that every programming language has its strengths and weaknesses. This is important since it is all too easy to be caught up in the frenzy that surrounds the popular programming languages.

• This is an object-oriented programming course and so the programming language must be object-oriented.

• You will encounter Java in the working world. The total number of commercial and academic institutions embracing Java is continually increasing.

• The Java SDK is readily available via the Internet.

• Java has a strong presence in Web-based and e-commerce development.

• To provide you with a strong Java background for the course CS 36L Web Applications (taught in semester 2).

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