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Java
and CGI Scripts

Hypertext Markup Language (HTML) is a easy to use because it is limited in what it can do. If one wants to implement more sophisticated things like Web pages that interact creatively with the user rather than just delivering content, it is necessary to go beyond HTML. The two most common ways to do this employ CGI scripts or Java applets.

CGI Scripts Java Applets
CGI Caveats Applet Examples
Language Choice Java Caveats
CGI and Forms Going Further

Java and CGI programs have enormous potential for educational applications because they can provide a much greater level of interaction than mere HTML. Writing Java or CGI programs is beyond the scope of the present Tutorial, but you can learn to use Java and CGI programs written by others without much difficulty.