If you're really that curious, the JLS is your friend: Execution
Type: Posts; User: KevinWorkman
If you're really that curious, the JLS is your friend: Execution
The assumption that when a program is started, the "class is copied into primary storage and becomes an executing object". Where are you getting that? What exactly is meant by "when a program is...
I read your question. My point was that your assumption didn't make a ton of sense to me. But really, why do you think you need to know this? It should have no impact on your programs whatsoever.
I'm not really sure what your first question is. Do you mean when you start the program, or when a class is loaded, or when it's instantiated? Those are some good google keywords for you.
As for...