Network-Reliant Application

A Network-Reliant Application is a software application that depends on network resources to function.

Context:
- It can (typically) communicate over the internet or other networks using various protocols such as TCP/IP, HTTP, and WebSocket.
- It can (often) be accessed from multiple devices, including Desktop Computers, Mobile Devices, and Tablets.
- It can range from being a Simple Web Application to a Complex Enterprise System.
- It can be hosted on Cloud Platforms such as AWS (Amazon Web Services), Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud Platform.
- It can utilize Network Services such as Content Delivery Networks (CDN) and Database Services to enhance performance and scalability.
- It can require Network Security Measures such as Firewalls, Encryption, and Authentication Protocols to protect data and ensure secure communication.
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Example(s):
- an AI-Supported Network-Reliant App, e.g. a conversational in-app agent.
- a Person Type-defined Network-Reliant Application, such as:
  - a Individual-focused Network-Reliant Application, such as: ...
  - a Organization-focused Network-Reliant Application, such as: ...
- a Economic Type-defined Network-Reliant Application, such as:
  - a Consumer-Focused Network-Reliant Application, such as: Facebook app.
  - a Business-Focused Network-Reliant Application, such as: SaaS app.
- a Device-Defined Network-Reliant App, such as:
  - a Web App such as Google Docs or Salesforce.
  - a Mobile App such as Uber app or Spotify app.
- a Cloud-Based Storage Service such as Dropbox or iCloud.
- a Collaboration Tool like Slack or Microsoft Teams.
- a Streaming Service like Netflix or YouTube.
- ...
Counter-Example(s):
- Standalone Desktop Software, which operates independently of network resources.
- Embedded Systems Software, typically designed to perform specific tasks within hardware devices without requiring network connectivity.
- Autonomous Vehicle.
See: Cloud-based Application, Client-Server Application, Software as a Service (SaaS).