Newbies doubts on Java

From: Tanuki (kochiam_at_yahoo.com)
Date: 12/01/03 

Date: 1 Dec 2003 07:19:31 -0800

Hi All:

I am mainly a C++ programmer. Recently, I need to do cross platform
development work and Java came across my mind. My worries are as
follows:

1. Is Java suitable as a language to develop software application in
an operational environment? My company needs to run application 24hrs
a day and 7 days a week (ie. non stop). I have heard that Java is
slower than C++ and Java has a larger memory footprint as compared to
C++. Are these true?

2. I have came across wonderfully written Java applications that works
smoothly. May I know is there any tips or tricks whereby one can
follow to streamline a Java program, such as conforming to certain
architecture or design principles etc.

Thank you for your time in answering these naive questions.

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