What is JVM and JDK ?

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JVM stands for Java Virtual Machine, which is a virtual machine that enables a computer to run Java programs. JDK stands for Java Development Kit, which is a software development kit used to develop Java applications.

JVM is responsible for executing Java bytecode and translating it into machine code.
JDK includes tools for developing, debugging, and monitoring Java applications.
JDK contains JRE (Java Runtime Environment) which includes JVM, libraries, and other necessary components.
JVM is platform-dependent while JDK is platform-independent.
Example: JVM can be different for Windows, Mac, and Linux, while JDK can be used on any platform to develop Java applications.

What is JVM and JDK ?

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