Learn Java first or start with C?

I am completely new to the programming world. However, I'm an MCP with WinNT experience and have worked in the computer industry (desktop, hardware and various software support) for almost four years.
I want to know if it's actually all right to start learning how to program with Java 2 without any previous programming experience. Plus, would Java 2 be a good place to start? I've taken a fast-paced 5-day crash course at a local State university and actually seemed to understand the concepts and was able to answer the instructors' questions. (What was surprising, and somewhat scary, was that I was able to answer questions that the regular C programmers couldn't seem to answer).
However, I just want to make sure I'm following the right path.
Please advise if you can.
Thanks!
-MB

This is the main reason I'd pick Java to teach a newbie about programming:
It pretty much lets you do anything you can do with C and C++ (short of directly manipulating computer memory) with a syntax that's much simpler and elegant. Java just gives you fewer things to worry about, and yet tests all the important skills a programmer needs.
But it's still possible to write bad Java code. Java has it's own share of bad programming habits.
Grab a good Java book. My favorite is Java in a Nutshell by David Flanagan. It's concise and to the point, which may or may not be the best for someone totally new to programming. Download the Java Development Kit (it's free). And get your hands dirty. Start out with a simple tic-tac-toe program, and go from there. That's the only way to find out if programming is hard or not.
And add the Java Developer Connection to your Internet bookmarks list. It's an invaluable resource for all programmers, new and experienced.
If you have any other questions I'd be more than happy to help.
Juan
[email protected]

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