► Java 2 Platform, Enterprise Edition:

The edition of the Java platform that is targeted at enterprises to enable development, deployment, and management of multi-tier server-centric applications.

► Java 2 Platform, Micro Edition:

The edition of the Java platform that is targeted at small, standalone or connectable consumer and embedded devices to enable development, deployment, and management of applications that can scale from smart cards through mobile devices and set-top boxes to conventional computing devices.

► Java 2 Platform, Standard Edition:

The edition of the Java platform that enables development, deployment, and management of cross-platform, general-purpose applications.