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Tech Terms

App: An application that is a piece of software which can run on computers, smartphones or any
other compatible electronic device
Desktop apps: Apps designed for desktops or laptops

Web apps: Browser-based apps
Mobile apps: Apps designed for smartphones or tablets

Quick Recall

• Apps are designed to run on diff erent operating systems.

• E-commerce may be defi ned as business activities for buying/selling of products, services and
any information through electronic means.
• An app on Android phone can be downloaded from Google Store.
• Google Wallet is a mobile payment system that acts as a virtual wallet, allowing users to make
payment and transfer money straight from their phones.

A. Fill in the blanks.

1. An app is a piece of ______________.
2. Android app works on ______________ phones.

3. An app on Android phone can be downloaded from the ______________.
4. ______________ means buying or selling products online.
5. Google Map is developed by ______________.

B. State whether the following statements are true or false.
1. Apps are designed to run on diff erent operating systems. _________

2. Educational apps provide new learning methods. _________
3. WhatsApp has around 1.2 thousand active users. _________

4. LinkedIn is a networking app specialising in the sharing of business
and professional information. _________
5. Google Maps is a mobile payment system that acts as a virtual wallet. _________

C. Name the following.

1. An app designed for desktop or laptops _____________
2. An app that is browser-based and stored on the remote server _____________

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