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App, Apps or APP may refer to:

Science and technology

Computing

  • Application software, or app, a computer program meticulously designed to execute a specific function. It’s the digital equivalent of a specialized tool, built for one purpose and, ideally, excelling at it. Unlike a broad operating system, an app focuses its computational might on a singular task, whether that’s composing an email, editing a photograph, or navigating the labyrinthine streets of a city.
  • Mobile app, a type of application software specifically engineered to operate on mobile devices such as smartphones and tablets. These are the ubiquitous companions of modern life, fitting into pockets and purses, offering a constant stream of functionality from communication and entertainment to productivity and information access. They are the digital extensions of our own capabilities, often leveraging the unique hardware of mobile devices like GPS receivers and cameras.
  • Web application or web app, a software application that is accessed via a web browser over a network such as the Internet. Think of it as a program that lives on a remote server, and you interact with it through the familiar interface of your browser. They eliminate the need for installation on your local machine, offering accessibility from virtually any device with an internet connection. The functionality can range from simple forms to complex, interactive environments that rival desktop software.
  • App (file format), a proprietary file format employed by HarmonyOS, a distributed operating system developed by Huawei. This format is integral to how applications are packaged and deployed on devices running this particular ecosystem, representing a specific technical implementation for software distribution within that environment.
  • Adjusted Peak Performance, a specialized metric used to quantify and measure the computing performance of processors, particularly those with 64-bit architectures and beyond. It’s an attempt to provide a more refined understanding of how a CPU can perform under optimal, albeit sometimes theoretical, conditions, moving beyond simpler benchmarks to capture nuances in computational throughput.
  • Application Portability Profile, a set of NIST standards and specifications that define an Open System Environment. This profile aims to ensure that software developed according to its guidelines can be moved and run across different computer systems with minimal modification, promoting interoperability and reducing vendor lock-in. It’s about creating a common ground for software to exist.
  • Atom Publishing Protocol, a simple HTTP-based protocol that allows clients to publish and edit web resources. It’s a standardized way for applications to interact with content management systems and other web services, facilitating the creation, updating, and deletion of data over the web in a structured manner.

Other uses in science and technology

  • Acute-phase protein, a class of proteins whose plasma concentrations increase or decrease significantly in response to inflammation. These proteins are crucial markers in diagnosing and monitoring inflammatory conditions, acting as indicators of the body’s response to injury or infection. Their presence or absence tells a story about the internal state of an organism.
  • Amyloid-beta precursor protein, often abbreviated as APP, a transmembrane protein that normally functions in neuronal growth and repair. However, its abnormal processing and aggregation are strongly implicated in the pathogenesis of Alzheimer's disease, forming the characteristic amyloid plaques found in the brains of affected individuals. It’s a prime example of how a protein essential for normal function can become a destructive agent when dysregulated.
  • Atactic polypropylene, a form of the polymer polypropylene that lacks a regular arrangement of its stereochemistry. This irregularity makes it amorphous and sticky, commonly used as a hot-melt adhesive. It’s the unstructured, less crystalline cousin of more rigid forms of polypropylene, finding utility where flexibility and adhesion are paramount.

Arts, entertainment and media

  • App (film), a 2013 Dutch film that delves into the complexities of human connection and technology.
  • Apps (film), a 2021 anthology horror fantasy film that explores various narratives through the lens of interconnected applications.
  • The App, a 2019 Italian drama that examines the impact of artificial intelligence and virtual assistants on human relationships.
  • Asbury Park Press, a prominent newspaper serving Monmouth County, New Jersey, US, providing local news and commentary.
  • Archive of Public Protests, a significant collective comprised of photographers and writers dedicated to documenting and preserving the visual and written records of protests in Poland.
  • The Alan Parsons Project, a former British rock band, known for its conceptual albums and intricate musical arrangements.

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Topics referred to by the same term

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