Finally - an easy-to-learn approach to program Java applets! The book covers the Swing graphics (Java 6) using Java applets. It starts with an introduction to computing, then dives right into programming to give you a chance to create first. Simple drawing techniques are covered, followed by image processing, components, layout managers, design, conditionals, events, loops, debugging, collections, threads, game programming, Internet applications, security issues, reading/writing files on the server and email and how to host your applets on the Internet. This book is intended for beginners with a gentle approach to learning how to program allowing you to explore the concepts of programming through a hands-on first approach. Instructors may contact the author to obtain access to lecture notes slides and other material for this course. This edition has black and white inside. Website: http://java.frogandthefly.com includes sample chapter. A full color interior version is available at www.LuLu.com