An app store (or app marketplace ) is a type of digital distribution platform for computer software, often in a mobile context. The application provides a set of certain functions that, by definition, do not include the way the computer itself. Apps are designed to run on certain devices, and are written for specific operating systems (such as iOS, macOS, Windows, or Android). Complex software designed for use on personal computers, for example, may have related apps designed for use on mobile devices.
Such mobile apps can offer similar functionality, if limited, compared to the full software running on the computer. The app optimizes the appearance of the displayed data, taking into account the size and resolution of the device screen. In addition to providing continuity of functionality over two different device types, the app can also sync files between two different devices, even between two different operating system platforms. App stores typically manage apps they offer based on these considerations: functionality provided by the app (including games, multimedia or productivity), devices designed for the app, and the operating system on which the app will run.
App stores are usually in the form of online stores, where users can explore different categories of these apps, view information about each app (like reviews or ratings), and get apps (including app purchases, if necessary - many apps are offered for free). The selected app is offered as an automatic download, after which the app is installed. Some app stores may also include systems to automatically remove installed programs from the device under certain conditions, with the aim of protecting users against malicious software.
Many app stores are curated by their owners, requiring the delivery of prospective apps through the approval process. This app is checked to comply with certain guidelines (such as for quality control and censorship), including the requirement that commissions be collected on each sale of paid apps. With the ease of use of app offerings, and their presence on most mobile devices, app stores became popular in the early 21st century with their adoption by iOS (iOS App Store) and Android (Google Play). Similar systems for the distribution of applications written for other operating systems have also been available for some time (mainly Linux distributions since the early 1990s), through their package management and front-end graphics systems.
Video App store
History
Precursors
The Electronic AppWrapper is the catalog of the first commercial electronic distribution software that collectively manages encryption and provides digital rights for applications and digital media (Edition # 3 is an app store originally shown to Steve Jobs at NeXTWorld EXPO). While Senior Editor at NeXTWORLD Magazine, Samson Garfinkel, rated The Electronic AppWrapper 4 3/4 Cubes (out of 5), in its official review. Paget's Electronic AppWapper was selected as a finalist in the highly competitive award at Invis Multimedia '93 in January 1993 and won the Best of Breed for Content and Information award at NeXTWORLD Expo in May 1993.
Many Linux distributions and other Unix-like systems provide a tool known as package managers, allowing users to automatically manage software installed on their systems (including operating system components and third party software) using new command-line tools software (and packets required for proper operation) can be retrieved from local or remote mirrors and automatically mounted in a single process. The well-known package registries in Unix-like operating systems have included pkgsrc (1997), Debian's APT (1998), YUM, and Portage Gentoo (which unlike most package managers, distributing packages containing source code that are automatically compiled and not executable ). Some package managers have graphical front-end software that can be used to browse available packages and perform operations, such as Synaptic (which is often used as a front-end for APT).
In 1996, the SUSE Linux distribution has YaST as a frontend for its own application repository. Mandriva Linux has an urpmi with GUI interface called Rpmdrake. Fedora and Red Hat Enterprise Linux had YUM in 2003 as YUP's successor (developed at Duke University for Red Hat Linux).
In 1997, BeDepot's third-party application store and package manager (Valet Software) for BeOS was launched, which operated until 2001. It was eventually acquired by Be Inc. BeDepot is allowed for commercial and free applications and update handling
In 1998, Information Technology India Ltd. (ITIL) launched Palmix, a web-based application store specifically for mobile devices and handheld devices. Palmix sold applications for three major PDA platforms at the time: Palm OS based on Palm Pilot, Windows CE-based devices, and Psion Epoc handhelds.
In 1999, NTT DoCoMo launched i-mode, the first integrated online app store for mobile phones, gaining national popularity in the Japanese mobile phone culture. DoCoMo uses a revenue-sharing business model, which allows content creators and application providers to retain up to 91% of revenue.
In December 2001, Sprint PCS launched Ringers & amp; More Wireless Download Service for their new 3G wireless network. This allows customers to the Sprint PCS mobile phone network to download ringtones, wallpapers, J2ME applications and full music tracks to specific phones. The user interface works via a web browser on a desktop computer, and versions are available through the handset.
In 2002, the commercial Linux distribution Linspire (later known as LindowsOS - founded by Michael Robertson, founder of MP3.com) introduced an application store known as Click'N'Run (CNR). For an annual subscription fee, users can install one-time free and paid apps through CNR software. Doc Searls believes that the ease of use of CNR can help make the Linux desktop a viable reality.
In 2003 Handango introduced the first in-device app store to find, install, and purchase software for smartphones. App downloads and purchases are completed directly on the device so that no computer sync is required. Descriptions, ratings, and screenshots are available for any app.
In 2005 Nokia 770 Internet Tablet has a graphical interface for its app repositories to easily install apps (its Maemo is based on Debian).
The popular Ubuntu Linux distribution (also based on Debian) introduces its own graphical software manager known as Ubuntu Software Center in version 9.10 as a replacement for Synaptic. In Ubuntu 10.10, released in October 2010, the Software Center is growing beyond just offering existing software from the repository by adding the ability to purchase certain apps (which, at launch, are limited to Fluendo licensed DVD codecs).
Apple and the App Store
In 2007, Apple Computer launched the iPhone, the first smartphone ever in the company. When the device is launched, the device does not provide any support for third-party software: Apple CEO Steve Jobs believes that web applications presented over the internet can provide adequate functionality required for most users. Immediately upon release, the developer successfully "hacked" the iPhone and started coding third-party applications for the device, distributed through a package manager such as Installer.app (which itself is based on APT) and Cydia.
With the release of iPhone OS 2.0 in July 2008, Apple launched the App Store, formally introducing the development and distribution of third-party applications to the platform. This service allows users to purchase and download new apps for their devices via the App Store on their device, or through the iTunes Store in the iTunes desktop software. Apple confirms a large number of restrictions on app developers: all apps are subject to review by Apple staff when sent and can be rejected if they do not pass Apple's technology and content guidelines. In addition, Apple takes a 30% commission on revenue for paid apps sold through stores. Even after the official App Store launch, alternative app stores for jailbreaked iOS devices, such as Cydia (which also introduces the ability to charge apps), remain active as alternative platforms to allow developers to distribute apps that have been rejected by Apple, or for those who do not want to distribute through the App Store.
While Apple has been criticized by some for the way it works the App Store, it has become a huge financial success for the company: reaching over 40 billion app downloads in 2013, with a library of over 800,000 apps available. The popularity of Apple's App Store led to the introduction of a market equivalent to a competing mobile operating system: Android Market (later renamed to Google Play) was launched simultaneously with the launch of the first Android smartphone (HTC Dream) in September 2008, and BlackBerry World Applications launched in April 2009 In January 2011, Apple also launched the Mac App Store, a similar distribution platform for MacOS software on Macintosh computers; while developers can still distribute apps for Mac through traditional methods, the Mac App Store has certification requirements similar to iOS partners to ensure security and reliability.
In 2016, Apple announces that some outdated and low-quality applications will be removed from the App Store to improve the quality of the platform.
Maps App store
trademark "App Store"
Due to its popularity, the term "app store" (first used by AppWrapper Electronics and later popularized by the Apple App Store for iOS devices) has often been used as a common trademark to refer to other similar distribution platforms. Apple confirmed its trademark claim for the phrase, and filed a trademark registration for "App Store" in 2008. In 2011, Apple sued Amazon.com (which runs Amazon Appstore for Android-based devices) and GetJar (which has been offering its services since 2004) for trademark infringement and false advertising regarding the use of the term "app store" to refer to their services. Microsoft filed several objections to Apple's attempts to register the name as a trademark, considering it has become a generic term.
In January 2013, Apple's claim was rejected by a US District judge, who argued that the company did not provide evidence that Amazon had "tried to emulate Apple's site or advertisements," or communicated that its services "had the characteristic and quality that the public had hoped from Apple APP STORE and/or Apple products "In July 2013, Apple dropped the case.
See also
- Electronic commerce
- Digital distribution in video games
- Mobile operating system comparison
- List of mobile software distribution platforms
- App Store (iOS)
- Google Play
- Microsoft Store (digital)
- Desktop distribution software platform
- AppStream
- Chrome Web Store
- App Store (macOS)
- Microsoft Store (digital)
- Set
- Steam
- Ubuntu Software Center
References
Source of the article : Wikipedia
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