This is the leading Java book for those just beginning to program, and it provides a balanced coverage of graphical and non-graphical programs, between applets and applications, and presents object-oriented concepts in a progression that will have readers using objects early on, and then progressing towards writing their own objects and designing real object-oriented solutions. Provides a balanced approach between applications and applets, and between graphical and non-graphical aspects of Java. Includes thirteen appendices to enhance the book's reference value. Provides a full-color design. Includes CodeTrek on CD to move the reader's experience from one of static reading to a dynamic learning environment. Beginning programmers who want to learn to program with Java; Experienced programmers who want to add Java to their skill-set