S16 - Mobile Applications Flashcards
Define mobile applications
Used to provide different features and functionality to a mobile device
Android offers
an open-source code base
IOS is
developed by apples or use on iPhones and iPads, relies on closed-source code
Open-source definition
The software and the original source code are available to download, modify and redistribute
closed-source definition
Proprietary software that is licensed under the exclusive legal rights of the copyright holder
Define walled-garden approach
used by apple and means you can only gets apps from their store
What language is used for iOS applications
Swift and Xcode
what language is used for android applications
Java and Android studio
What is Microsoft 365
Provides the ability to have office productivity software and a large amount of software space in the cloud (onedrive)
What is meant by Mobile device Synchronisation / Sync
Act of copying data back and forth between different devices
Define contact
Record inside of an address book that contains fields of names, addresses, emails, phone numbers, etc
Define vCard
Standard format and is widely supported by most address books and software applications
Define calendar information
Any record with fields for appointments or tasks with their corresponding subject, date, location and attendees
3 areas password are stored
local device, browser, third-party
main types of synchronisation
cloud, computer, automobile
Define cloud synchronisation
provides the access to the cloud from all devices and becomes the central repository of all data