Java Desktop System Release 2 User Guide

Java Technology

Java technology provides a multi-platform development environment and supports many platforms, from servers, to cell phones, to smart cards. Java technology unifies business infrastructure to create a seamless, secure, networked platform for users.

Java includes the following features and benefits:

Feature 

Benefit 

Mobility and security 

The Java platform provides the foundation for true mobility. Java technology makes the ideal development and deployment vehicle for mobile and wireless solutions. 

Development environment 

Java facilitates fast development while reducing the number of time-consuming and costly bugs. 

Web services 

Java and XML languages are two of the most extensible and widely-accepted computing languages. 

Platform compatibility 

Java provides a secure, open, robust, viable, and flexible development platform that enables you to do the following:

  • Reduce costs

  • Bring products to market faster

  • Benefit from maximum flexibility

  • Develop robust applications for consumer devices