Java memory model - can someone explain it?

Question

For years and years, I\'ve tried to understand the part of Java specification that deals with memory model and concurrency. I have to admit that I\'ve failed miserably. Yes\

Answer 1

I wont try to explain these issues here but instead refer you to Brian Goetz excellent book on the subject.

The book is "Java Concurrency in Practice", can be found at Amazon or any other well sorted store for computer literature.