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Java Language History and Versions

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Who developed the Java programming language?

James Gosling

When was the first version of Java released?

January 23, 1996

What was the original name of the Java programming language?

C++

Oak (correct)

Greentalk (correct)

Merlin

Why was the name 'Java' chosen for the programming language?

It originates from a sort of espresso bean. Signup and view all the answers

What were some of the principles on which Java was created?

Robust, Portable, Platform Independent, High Performance, Multithread Signup and view all the answers

Match the Java version with its release date:

JDK 1.0 = February 19, 1997 JDK 1.1 = December 8, 1998 J2SE 1.2 = May 2000 J2SE 1.3 = February 6, 2002 Signup and view all the answers

The name Java was inspired by a type of ______ bean.

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Java was initially developed for desktop computers.

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Java's Development and Naming

James Gosling and a team at Sun Microsystems developed the Java programming language.
The first version of Java, JDK 1.0, was released in January 1996.
The original name of the language was Oak.
The name "Java" was inspired by a type of coffee bean. The name change reflected a shift in the language's intended use and the team's desire for a more catchy name.
Java was designed with principles of simplicity, robustness, platform independence ("write once, run anywhere"), security, and portability in mind.

Java Versions and Release Dates

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Java's Initial Applications

While Java is now ubiquitous across many platforms, it was initially designed for embedded systems and later adapted for desktop computers.

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Explore the fascinating history and evolution of the Java programming language, from its inception in the early 1990s to its various versions. Learn about the key principles that shaped Java, its naming origins, and significant updates over the years.