| Type | Compiled language | Interpreted language |
| Execution Environment | Java Virtual Machine (JVM) | Web browsers (client-side) and server-side environments (Node.js) |
| Purpose | General-purpose language | Primarily used for web development |
| Back-End/Server-Side | Commonly used for server-side programming | Primarily used for client-side scripting |
| Object-Oriented | Yes | Yes |
| Static/Dynamic Typing | Statically typed | Dynamically typed |
| Syntax | C-like syntax | ECMAScript syntax |
| Memory Management | Automatic garbage collection | Automatic garbage collection |
| Threading | Native support for multithreading | Single-threaded, supports asynchronous programming |
| Libraries/Frameworks | Rich ecosystem of libraries and frameworks | Vast collection of JavaScript libraries and frameworks (e.g., React, Angular) |
| File Access | Can access local files | Restricted access for security reasons |
| Mobile Development | Supports Android app development | Used for hybrid mobile app development (e.g., with frameworks like React Native) |
| Desktop Applications | Supports desktop application development | Not commonly used for desktop applications |
| Language Similarity | No direct relation to JavaScript | Named similarly due to marketing decision |
