1.2 - History and Evolution of Java
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Practice Questions
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What was the original name of Java?
💡 Hint: Think of tree names.
In what year was Java officially released as Java 1.0?
💡 Hint: Remember the mid-90s tech boom.
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What year was Java initially developed?
💡 Hint: It's just before its official launch.
Is Java platform-independent due to its WORA capability?
💡 Hint: It's a core feature of Java.
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Evaluate the significance of Java's write once, run anywhere capability in the context of cloud computing and mobile app development.
💡 Hint: How does this feature impact where and how applications run?
Critically assess how Oracle's acquisition of Sun Microsystems changed Java’s roadmap and the community’s perception.
💡 Hint: Consider how corporate acquisitions can change the direction of open-source projects.
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