1.3 - Key Differences Between Java I/O and NIO
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Practice Questions
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What is the main difference between Java I/O and NIO?
💡 Hint: Think about how each one handles data.
Name a class used in Java I/O for reading character data.
💡 Hint: It's a class that helps with character streams.
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Interactive Quizzes
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Which model does Java I/O use?
💡 Hint: Memory flow is continuous in one direction.
True or False: NIO supports non-blocking I/O operations.
💡 Hint: Consider which API allows multitasking while waiting for operations to finish.
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Challenge Problems
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Given a scenario where a web server needs to handle multiple requests simultaneously with minimal delay, recommend whether to use Java I/O or NIO, and explain your reasoning.
💡 Hint: Consider how tasks are processed and the need for efficiency.
You have a large file you need to read quickly. Describe how you would implement this in both Java I/O and NIO, and why one may be preferred over the other.
💡 Hint: Reflect on how data is read and the implications of buffering vs. direct access.
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