Rich Internet Applications - Development, Deployment, and Runtime Enhancements

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Java rich Internet application (RIA) technology is getting increasingly sophisticated. New features are being added in every release of the Java Runtime Environment (JRE) software. This quick reference helps you keep up with the vibrant technology and implement RIA solutions that work elegantly on all versions of the client JRE software. The quick reference provides information about significant capabilities added in each version of the JRE software starting with the Java SE 6 update 10 release.

JDK 8

See What's New in the Java Platform, Standard Edition Deployment Guide.

JDK 7

See Java Rich Internet Applications Enhancements in Java SE 7 in the Java Platform, Standard Edition Deployment Guide.

Java SE 6 update 21

Customized loading progress indicator: Customized loading progress indicator can access applet context and invoke JavaScript code in parent web page.

Java SE 6 update 18

Customized loading progress indicator: Customized loading progress indicator can be displayed in a top level window or applet container. Default splash screen is never displayed. Custom splash screen displayed when loaded from cache.

Java SE 6 update 10