Publisher's Synopsis
Now You Can Use the Hottest Technology to Create the Coolest Web Site - No Programming Required!
- The Fun and Easy Way
- Your First Aid Kit® for Installing and Customizing Java Desktop Applications
- Java Development Toolkit and Runtime Environment - Explained in Plain English
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Tap into the most exciting technology to hit the Web-since the Web itself! With Java For Dummies, 3rd Edition, it′s never been easier to get hooked on Java. With expert advice from Java master Aaron Walsh, you′ll quickly and easily figure out how to set up Java applications on your desktop and weave pre–made Java applets, sound/video clips, and special effects into Web magic.
Inside, find helpful advice on how to:
- Find the best sources for Java applets and full–featured Java applications on the Web - Web sites, newsgroup, and e–zines
- Modify Java applets and applications - without touching any code
- Bring your Web site to life with animations, music, marquees, and other multimedia tricks
- Get your hand on the latest Java–savvy browsers - including Internet Explorer 5.0, Netscape Navigator 4.5, and HotJava
- Supercharge your desktop with cutting–edge Java applications
- AT&T WorldNet® Service for easy access to the Internet
- Living Desktop - an automated desktop artwork application
- Cool Beans - an updated collection of the hippest applets, beans, and scripts available
- Goodies - Tools for Mac and Windows users to help you download, upload, and decompress files
- CookBook Pages - sample Web pages with applets, beans, and scripts in action, some are created by readers just like you
