What is Java? Jonathan Sleeper What is Java? JavaScript and Java NOT the same! Simple programming language which defines the behavior of elements on a Web page. Typically just a few lines long JavaScript Invented by Netscape to add interactivity and power to web documents. (Microsoft has Visual Basic Script) Examples: Pop-up windows, live clocks, drop-down messages, visitor counters, scrollers, etc. Why learn JavaScript? "Freedom baby, freedom!" With html, you are restricted to creating static, non interactive web- pagesunacceptable! There are lots of free pre-written JavaScripts on the net! JavaScript vs. Java Not the same thing! Java is a complex, object-oriented programming language based on C++ (UNIX) Uses Java Widely heralded new technology (Sun Microsystems) pop-up window live clock web site visitor counter pull-down message scroller Lets See Some Examples of JavaScripts Examples