App is an application software that has a filename extension for applications on a lot of platforms.
What you need to download to use an app
A mobile phone is needed to download an app. The most popular mobile device is the Android or iOS operating system.
Types of data that can be accessed by apps
Apps can access the following datas; text, numeric, yes/no date ole and hyperlink, lookup wizard, date/time, currency, memo etc.
Why some apps collect location data
Some apps collect location data to give the user maps, coupons for nearby stores, information about places closeby and also locations to ad networks.
Why some apps are free
Some apps are free because the developers make money in other ways such as selling adverts spaces within the app. Also, some offered free so that the users would be interested in the companies other products.
Why some apps have advetisements
Some apps have advertisements because advertisers believe that people can easily be reached on the apps. Because more people are into social network these days. Also because the advertisement are cheaper than regular adverts rates.
How app makers are abke to customize advertisements to specific interests
The advertisers always use the information the app collect from user's device to customize individual's needs.
Why you should keep your apps updated
New updates are introduced into the market everyday, so it is always good to update for best experience and current security information.
Can review about apps be trusted?
Not really, it is easy for developers to post wrong consumer reviews to boost its ratings.
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