How a Java Program runs?
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To run a Java program, you first need to compile it. This converts the Java source code into bytecode, which is a platform-independent format that can be executed by the Java Virtual Machine (JVM).
The JVM is a software program that provides a runtime environment for Java programs. It is responsible for loading and executing bytecode, managing memory, and providing other services that Java programs need.
Once a Java program has been compiled, it can be run by executing the java command. This command takes the name of the main class file as an argument. The main class file is the class that contains the main() method, which is the entry point for all Java programs.
When the JVM executes a Java program, it first loads the main class file into memory. It then verifies the bytecode to make sure that it is valid. Once the bytecode has been verified, the JVM executes it.
The JVM executes bytecode by interpreting it. This means that it reads the bytecode one instruction at a time and executes it. Modern JVMs also use a technique called just-in-time (JIT) compilation to improve performance. JIT compilation converts bytecode into machine code, which is the native code of the underlying computer architecture.
Java programs run in a sandbox, which means that they are isolated from the underlying operating system. This makes Java programs more secure and reliable.
Here is a summary of the steps involved in running a Java program:
Compile the Java source code into bytecode using the javac command.
Execute the Java program using the java command, passing the name of the main class file as an argument.
The JVM loads the main class file into memory and verifies the bytecode.
The JVM executes the bytecode, interpreting it or compiling it to machine code using JIT compilation.
Java programs can be run on any platform that has a JVM installed. This makes Java a very portable programming language.
