JavaScript Versus Java: Differences and Similarities

What is the difference between JavaScript and Java? Actually, there is not much point in even discussing the similarities and differences because JavaScript and Java are unrelated languages.

JavaScript received it’s name from Netscape, who had originally developed the language using the name LiveScript, and changed its name at the last minute as a marketing move. Due to its name, it is often confused with Java, with many people thinking it’s a more simple form of Java.