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System.out.println

Definition

System.out.println is a Java statement used to display output on the console. It prints the specified message or value and adds a new line character at the end.

Analogy

Think of System.out.println as a text message you send to your friend. You type out your message (the output) and hit send, and your friend receives it on their phone screen (the console).

Related terms

Variable: A variable is a named storage location in computer memory that holds a value. It can be used to store data that can be accessed and manipulated in a program.

Method: A method is a block of code that performs a specific task. It can take input parameters, perform operations, and return a result.

String: In Java, String refers to a sequence of characters. It is used to represent textual data and is one of the most commonly used data types in programming.

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