I don't use either one,although they are both viable technologies.

I program with PHP & JavaScript to build AJAX-type interfaces. I find it to be a powerful combination that gives the user a "desktop-like" experience.

Bill

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Java isn't open source, it is owned and maintained by Sun.

.NET is not a programming language, it is a framework for other languages, especially C#

Dear Harry,

Thank you for the Question.

This Q can have multiple meanings, so it depends on
what you are trying to accomplish.

What type of 'Web Application' are you attempting to execute?

Is it a visual application (video?) or a database application
(visitor retention / email list) type application?
(or ___________ Fill in the blank... )

I'm a php / mySQL type of programmer and avoid ANYTHING M$
(for web applications) like the plague, including .net and .asp ...

So, it all boils down to what you want to do on your site.

Thanks,
Christopher

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It is better to choose java as java comes free in various areas whereas when microsoft technologies is used you need to go for license. Java script more robust compared to .net.

Just in case anyone is confused, Java and JavaScript are two completely different technologies. The original poster was asking about Java (a robust proprietary programming language built and maintained by Sun) not JavaScript (the programming language of browsers, with standards written for it but not always followed).

I've developed for over 2 years using java (including jsp and servlets) and it's a bit of a chore to be honest in relation to c#. I now mainly use c# for both web and desktop apps I develop. I do use some php but still prefer .net, specially with all the debugging tools built into visual studio.

Java is more powerful programming language that we can use to write the applications and applets we need for the web development and for the native electronic devices. ASP is good and we can use it develop the web pages and its gives you the complete GUI system for the sake of development.

PHP is the best. Light on server, effecient and effective.
That is why php is the most popular language.