While J2SE 5.0 is only now starting to become regularly adopted, Java 6 Platform Revealed takes a look at the next release of the Standard Edition platform to come from the Sun. new editions of the platform dont happen that often, but when they do, there is much to learn about quickly. If you want to come to speed on the new feature set as quickly as possible, Java 6 Platform Revealed will place you long before the pack. What you wont find in Java 6 Platform Revealed is a "start with Java" tutorial. Ready with a good working knowledge of Java 5 platform for best results. Not only will you see whats in Javas future, but you will learn how to actually use the many new features of the platform quickly.