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What is a common limitation of desktop applications compared to mobile apps?

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Intro to Computing - How Software Works
What is a common limitation of desktop applications compared to mobile apps?
AThey cannot be installed on computers
BThey always require internet to work
CThey only run on smartphones
DThey cannot access hardware features like GPS or camera easily
Step-by-Step Solution
Solution:

  1. Step 1: Identify hardware access differences

    Mobile apps often access hardware like GPS and camera easily because of device integration.

  2. Step 2: Compare desktop app hardware access

    Desktop apps usually have limited or more complex access to such hardware features.

  3. Final Answer:

    They cannot access hardware features like GPS or camera easily -> Option D

  4. Quick Check:

    Desktop apps = Limited hardware access [OK]
Quick Trick: Desktop apps have limited access to phone hardware [OK]
Common Mistakes:
MISTAKES
  • Thinking desktop apps run on phones
  • Assuming desktop apps always need internet

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