What is an App

Definition of App is short for ” application ,” which is the same thing as a software program. While an application can refer to a program for any hardware platform , it is most often used to describe programs for mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets .

The term “application” was popularized by Apple when the company created the “App Store” in 2008, a year after the first iPhone was released. As the iPhone and the App Store grew in popularity, the term “app” became the standard way of referring to mobile apps. Programs for Android and Windows Phone are now also called “applications”.

Unlike PC apps (often called “desktop apps”), mobile apps can only be obtained by downloading them from an online app store. Most devices automatically install apps when downloaded, which creates a seamless installation process for the user. Some apps are free, while others must be purchased. However, mobile apps are often much cheaper than PC apps, and many are only available for 99 cents. In fact, most paid apps are under $10.

Part of the reason mobile apps are cheaper than desktop apps is because they are generally less advanced and require fewer resources to develop. Applications are limited to the features of the mobile operating system (such as iOS or Android) and therefore may not offer as much functionality as a desktop program. For example, an Android word processor will likely have fewer features than a Windows word processing application. Most apps are designed to be small, fast, and easy to use. Unlike desktop apps, apps are meant to be used on the go and are developed with the advantage of a small touchscreen interface.

App Features

Previously we have defined the app as an installable program. Even so, they have some very specific characteristics:

• The apps are mainly intended for smartphones or tablets.
• They are more dynamic than programs.
• Some depend on the internet, although it is not an essential feature.
• They take up less space than programs and are quicker to install
• Anyone with some computer skills can create an app for Android or iOS.

Where can I download the apps?

Once you understand what apps are, we will tell you where you can download them from. They are usually available in virtual stores. In the case of Android devices you will find them in Google Place and in the case of iOS devices you can download them from the AppStore.

The most common thing is to have to register in these places to be able to download any application (except those that are installed by default).

You will find in the stores paid applications, others that are free and others that are also free but that include payment features (this is one of the most common ways to monetize them).