Java Platform Independence
Java is considered platform independent because the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) allows Java programs to run on any operating system that has a compatible JVM installed. When a Java program is compiled, it is converted into bytecode, which is a platform-independent representation of the program. This bytecode can then be executed on any system that has a JVM, without the need for recompilation. This "Write Once, Run Anywhere" (WORA) capability is a key feature of Javas platform independence.
The JVM acts as an interpreter that translates the bytecode into machine code specific to the underlying operating system and hardware. This allows Java programs to be executed on different platforms without modification, making Java a truly platform-independent language.
In summary, Javas platform independence is achieved through the combination of bytecode compilation and the JVM, which enables Java programs to be executed on various platforms without the need for extensive modifications or recompilation.
