One generic import or multiple specific imports?

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Let's say I have a class which uses the following from the package java.io: FileOutputStream, OutputStream, FileInputStream, File, and IOException. Should I use a generic import, import java.io.*, or should I import each class individually.

What is the difference between a generic import and multiple imports?

As best practice its better to use multiple imports instead of generic import. — Wael, Oct 07 '16 at 18:47

score 0 · Accepted Answer · answered Oct 07 '16 at 18:49

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There is no difference, but if there are two classes with same names in different packages will give a compile error

answered Oct 07 '16 at 18:49

Diego

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