The article introduces Java to C and C++ programmers, comparing the languages and highlighting unique features of Java. It covers connecting to legacy code, Java language classes, packages like java.util and java.io, and tools like JavaBeans and Java applets. The article also discusses Java's security features, internationalization, and integration with technologies like CORBA and RMI. Additionally, it explores the Java Media Framework, Java Foundation Classes, and compares JavaScript to Java. The article provides insights on interfacing Java with JavaScript and includes a CD-ROM with additional resources.