CompTIA Tech+ (FC0-U71)Applications and SoftwareEasy
A developer is creating a new application that needs to be accessible from any device with a web browser, regardless of the operating system. The application will store user data on a central server and should not require any local installation on the user's device. Which type of application is the developer most likely creating?
- AWeb Application
- BMobile Application
- CDesktop Application
- DEmbedded Application
Show answer & explanationAnswer & explanation
Correct answer: A. Web Application
Web applications are designed to be accessed via a web browser, eliminating the need for local installation and making them platform-independent. They typically store data on a central server.
Why the other options are wrong
- B. Mobile applications are designed for smartphones/tablets and require installation from an app store, not browser access.
- C. Desktop applications require installation on a specific operating system and are not universally accessible via a browser.
- D. Embedded applications are designed for specific hardware systems (e.g., IoT devices) and are not generally accessed by users via a web browser.
Web Application
An application that runs on a web server and is accessed by users over a network (like the internet) using a web browser.
- Accessed via a web browser.
- Requires no local installation on the client device.
- Platform-independent (works on any OS with a browser).
Memory trick: Web apps live on the web, Desktop apps on your desk, Mobile in your hand, Embedded in devices.