NEW TO THIS EDITION

Based upon Java 6.0, the most recent release of the language, the book includes the following key developments:

• a new chapter on Mobile Java for developing programs for mobile devices;
• an introduction to the Graphics2D class;
• the use of Splash Screens for program deployment;
• coverage of the Console class for keyboard input;
• completely revised end-of-chapter exercises and practical tasks.

In addition to new technical developments, the book retains key features of the previous editions:

• frequent examples;
• extensive end of chapter exercises to enable students to test their progress as they work through the textbook;
• unique case study chapters;
• free student CD containing a Java IDE and all essential classes from the text.