The new edition of this book continues to clearly and concisely present the essentials of Java class libraries without overwhelming readers with difficult-to-use information. Its user-friendly approach shows how to use key class libraries used for everyday programming and presents exactly the information needed to write effective, error-free programs. KEY TOPICS: Chapter topics include Java class reference, complete examples, an HTML tutorial, Java programming glossary, and error messages with explanations. MARKET: For use as a reference by professionals working with Java programming and language.

This special edition of Java How to Program is ideal for one- semester, introductory Java courses and is up-to-date with the Java 2 Platform Standard Edition 5.0. The text covers fundamental programming topics and provides several extra chapters so professors can customize courses to meet their needs. Many of the chapters have been trimmed from Java How to Program, Sixth Edition so they include only information likely to be presented in a one- semester, introductory course. Coverage of graphical user interfaces, applets and graphics is designed to be optional in Small Java How to Program.