Different app distribution options
Android developers have a number of options for distributing their applications, which include the following:
- Self-publishing via a private Cloud or via website links
- Distributing via e-mail attachments
- Publishing in Google Play
- Publishing in third-party app stores
Self-publishing via website links or e-mails
Website links and e-mail attachments are pretty straightforward, easy to accomplish, and may be suitable for some apps that are used internally by a company or by a small group of associates.
Prior to installing apps from a website link or an e-mail attachment, you must first update your device security settings to allow apps to be installed from Unknown sources. Let's take a look at the following screenshot:
After enabling this option, you will be prompted to install an app when selecting an e-mail attachment or a web link that is an APK.
Note that for general consumers, website links and e-mails as a means of distribution are not ideal. Marketplaces...
