Prepare for Your Future Introduction to Computer Science: Java Programming is designed to help prepare you for a future in the field of information technology (IT). By studying this text, you can take the first step toward learning how to program in the Java language. Developing foundational knowledge in computer science and programming can help prepare you for success in a future IT career. Content is presented in an easy-to-comprehend and relevant format. Each chapter includes practical tools and activities that help enhance your learning experience and aid in your comprehension of the material. • Each chapter is broken into smaller sections. Chunk- ing the content makes it easier for you to read and comprehend new material at your own speed. • Reading Prep activities incorporate English/lan- guage arts standards for reading, writing, speaking, and listening to provide ways for you to demonstrate your literacy skills. • A chapter glossary previews and defines each word presented in the chapter. This makes a convenient resource to prepare for new learning before diving into the content. • An Essential Question at the beginning of each sec- tion will engage you to uncover the important points that are presented as the content develops. • Learning Goals listed at the beginning of each section provide an overview of the concepts you will explore and can be used as personal learning benchmarks. vi