• Computer glossary - J

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    Published on 02-03-2010 06:51 PM

    Java — a programming language, that allows to create the independence programs platform, i.e. the programs can run on any operation system or hardware (multiplatform language).

    Java Applets — applets, that can be included into the web-sites to increase their functionality.

    JavaScript — a programming language, that offers dynamic responses (e.g., different data, depending on the way who and how gets access, interaction with a user, ordered responses, etc.).

    Joystick — a special game input device, imitating a control handle of a plane. It is mainly used in the simulation games.

    JPEG (Joint Photographic Experts Group) — an image compression standard.

    Jumper — a short length, metal, plastic enclosed plate, that is situated between two metal connection terminals on the board, and closes them.