What are the major differences between C++ and Java in terms of object-oriented programming concepts and syntax?

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Major differences between C++ and Java in terms of object-oriented programming concepts and syntax:

  • Inheritance: C++ supports multiple inheritance, allowing a class to inherit from multiple classes. Java, however, supports single class inheritance only.
  • Pointers: C++ allows the use of pointers, which can be used to manage memory directly. Java does not have pointers and relies on garbage collection for memory management.
  • Operator Overloading: C++ supports operator overloading, allowing operators to be redefined for objects. Java does not support operator overloading.
  • Templates: C++ supports templates for generic programming, allowing functions and classes to operate on generic types. Java uses generics to achieve similar functionality, but with a different syntax.
  • Exception Handling: C++ uses a combination of try, throw, and catch blocks for exception handling. Java uses a similar approach but with the try, catch, and finally blocks.
  • Memory Management: C++ requires manual memory management using new and delete keywords. Java handles memory management automatically through garbage collection.
  • Header Files: C++ uses header files to declare classes and functions, while Java uses import statements to access classes from different packages.
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