JS Introduction JavaScript is the most popular scripting language on the internet, and works in all major browsers, such as Internet Explorer, Firefox, Chrome, Opera, and Safari. What You Should Already Know Before you continue you should have a basic understanding of the following: • HTML / XHTML If you want to study these subjects first, find the tutorials on our Home page. What is JavaScript? • JavaScript was designed to add interactivity to HTML pages • JavaScript is a scripting language • A scripting language is a lightweight programming language • JavaScript is usually embedded directly into HTML pages JavaScript is an interpreted language (means that scripts execute without preliminary compilation) • • Everyone can use JavaScript without purchasing a license Are Java and Jav...