Java vs JavaScript

Java

• Java is a complex, complete object-oriented Programming Language.
• Compiled Language
• Designed for large programs
• Fully Extensible - Programmers can create their own classes (objects/data structures)
• Steep Learning Curve
• Client-Server Interaction
• Generates Stand-Alone Applications and Applets

JavaScript

• Simple to use scripting language.
• Interpreted
• Designed for small simple programs
• Strong direct interaction with the HTML pages.
• Not Fully Extensible
• Basically only handles client-end activities
• Integrated into HTML
• Source code readily available

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