Java 2 : The Complete Reference, 5th/ed.

Master Java, the pre-eminent language of the Internet, and begin reaping the benefits of this secure, platform-independent programming language. Let No.1 programming author Herb Schildt show you everything you need to develop, compile, debug, and run Java applications and applets. Covering all of Java 2, including features added by the latest Java Developers Kit, JDK 1.3, this comprehensive reference is ideal for every Java programmer. Inside you'll get complete details on the Java language, its class libraries, and its development environment. With clear descriptions, hundreds of practical examples, and expert techniques, this is a book that no Java programmer should be without. Master the Java language and its core libraries Build portable applets and applications Fully utilize the Abstract Windows toolkit (AWT) Supercharge your programs using multithreading Learn about Java's new Timer class and other enhancements added by JDK 1.3 Discover the power of the Collections Framework Apply Java's networking classes Migrate code from C++ to Java Explore Swing and JavaBeans