Why to Choose Java
Java applets were a breakthrough in interactive content on the Web, and many top sites used them to deliver news, present information, and attract visitors. Today, ESPN.com uses Java applets for live events in its fantasy sports leagues, which have more than 100,000 subscribers.
Although there are still thousands of applets on the Web today, the most exciting Java-related developments are occurring elsewhere. Sun has extended the language far beyond its roots as an interesting Web technology.
A great example of this is Jini, Sun's Java-based technology for connecting computers and other devices together. The goal of Jini is effortless networking—connect two devices together and they instantly form a network, requiring no installation ...
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