A book/CD-ROM guide to Java, with special attention paid to its application on the Web, for those some background in programming. Contains sections on Java basics such as classes and objects, building a Java applet, and advanced Java applets. Advanced chapters cover multimedia graphics, game applets, and security issues. Includes icons for notes and tips. The CD-ROM contains a developer's kit, sample applets, shareware, and source code. Annotation c. by Book News, Inc., Portland, Or.