Java

Java is a full object-oriented language with an extensive set of features for networking and cross-platform compatibility. Software written in Java can run on virtually any operating system, which is why it provides a major advantage over other languages. However, the performance won’t be as good as software which is designed to run natively, such as software which is coded using C and C++.

 

How Does the Language Work?

The Java Virtual Machine (JVM) is the main component that enables software to be interoperable across different platforms. Basically, the code is written by our developers and compiled into a file which is then translated by the JVM into machine readable code. Every computer or mobile device’s processor has a different way of interpreting code. The JVM takes care of that issue because it translates the Java code into the specific machine code. This allows software to be developed and run on various platforms.

 

Benefits of Java

The benefits of using Java is primarily the platform interoperability. The language can be used to develop software that will run on Windows, Linux, and the Mac operating systems, which is why many software is developed using Java.

 

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