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JVM

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Java Virtual Machine

A key component of Java is the Java Virtual Machine -- a virtual computer, typically implemented in software on top of a "real" hardware platform and operating system, that runs compiled Java programs. Thanks to the JVM, programs written in Java don't have to be rewritten to run on different computers.

See also:

1. An article about JVM by Bill Venners
2. Sun's specification of the JVM (downloadable book)
3. Bill Venners: "Inside the Java Virtual Machine" -- this is a great book on JVM if you ask me. But keep in mind, I'm a great fan of Mr. Venners so I might not be subjective :)

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