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Difference Between Error and Exception in Java
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In Java, when something goes wrong during the execution of a program, the Java Virtual Machine (JVM) throws an object that describes the problem. These problems are broadly categorized into two types:
- Errors
- Exceptions
Although both represent issues that occur during runtime, they are not the same, and it’s important to understand the differences between Errors and Exceptions for better debugging, exception handling, and application reliability.
In this article, we’ll clearly explain the difference between Errors and Exceptions in Java, with examples and a detailed comparison table.
✅ What is an Error in Java?
An Error in Java represents serious problems that a program should not try to handle. These errors are generally thrown by the JVM and indicate issues that are beyond the control of the program, such as memory leaks or stack overflow.
🔹 Technical Definition:
- Errors are instances of the class
java.lang.Error. - They are unchecked, meaning they are not checked at compile-time.
- These typically occur in the runtime environment (e.g., JVM or hardware failure).
