What are the advantages of JQuery ?

There are many advantages of using JQuery. Some of them are :

• It is more like a JavaScript enhancement so there is no overhead in learning a new syntax.
• It has the ability to keep the code simple, readable, clear and reusable.
• Cross-browser support (IE 6.0+, FF 1.5+, Safari 2.0+, Opera 9.0+)
• It would eradicate the requirement for writing complex loops and DOM scripting library calls.
• Event detection and handling.
• Tons of plug-ins for all kind of needs.