Sideload
Term · Computing and IT · MLC-T-CMP-001100
To install applications onto a mobile device or computer from a source other than an official app store or marketplace. This process involves transferring the application package file directly to the device and initiating the installation manually. Sideloading can bypass platform restrictions and is common for testing pre-release software.
| Identifier | MLC-T-CMP-001100 |
|---|---|
| Field | Computing and IT |
| Subject | Software |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "To install applications onto a mobile device or computer from a source other than an official app store or marketplace. This process involves transferring the application package file directly to the device and initiating the installation manually. Sideloading can bypass platform restrictions and is common for testing pre-release software.",
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