Java Source Code File
General Information
| Title | JAVA File Extension |
| Extension | .java |
| Full Form | Java Source Code File |
| File Type | Source Code File |
| Developer | Sun Microsystems |
| MIME Type | text/x-java-source, text/plain |
File Function
| Primary Function | Contain source code |
| Additional Functions | Compile into bytecode |
| Features | Cross-platform, Object-oriented, Strongly-typed |
File Characteristics
| Quality | Code-dependent |
| Supports Layers | N/A |
| Supports Transparency | N/A |
| Editable | Yes |
| Text-based | Yes |
Use Cases
| Software Development | Yes |
| Web Applications | Yes |
| Mobile Apps | Yes |
| Enterprise Systems | Yes |
Security and Practices
| Security Risks | Code Injection, Malware |
| Best Practices | Code review, Secure coding, Regular updates |
Historical/Version Information
| Initial Release | 1995 |
| Stable Release | Java SE 17 (2021) |
| Evolution | Java SE 18 (2022) |
Associated Types
| Compiled Code | .class |
| Archived Libraries | .jar |
| Web Application | .war |
| Enterprise Application | .ear |
| Android Files | .apk |
| Java Bytecode | .class |
Software Compatibility
| Software | Usage Policy | OS Compatibility |
|---|---|---|
 Oracle JDK |
Free, Commercial | Windows, Mac, Linux, Solaris |
 OpenJDK |
Free | Windows, Mac, Linux |
 IntelliJ IDEA |
Free, Commercial | Windows, Mac, Linux |