How to create a Java non-blocking InputStream from a HttpsURLConnection?

Question

Basically, I have a URL that streams xml updates from a chat room when new messages are posted. I\'d like to turn that URL into an InputStream and continue reading from it

Answer 1

You can use the Java NIO library which provides non-blocking I/O capabilities. Take a look at this article for details and sample code: http://www.drdobbs.com/java/184406242.