What is Java 2D?

• The Java 2D is a set of Java 1.2 core classes that

  • extend the AWT to provide a standard, cross-platform interface for handling complex shapes, text, and images
  • Enhance graphics, text, and image capabilities of AWT

• The Java 2D API

  • Enables high-quality device and resolution independent graphics
  • Supports enhanced font and text handling
  • Provides a single, comprehensive rendering model

• http://www.javasoft.com/products/java-media/2D/

• http://java.sun.com/products/jdk/1.2/docs/guide/2d/

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