Killer+Application

toc =Introduction=

A Killer Application is a slang term for a computer program or game which is so useful that it stimulates people to purchase a particular piece of hardware, operating system, or gaming console which facilitates it. Killer applications also refer to specific technological revelations and the use of them. For example, the invention of the phonograph for voice dictation recording eventually led to the recording of music or the steam engine to mass transportation/production.

=Application that Creates Demand=

Killer Applications extend to video games (software programming) which cause a demand for game consoles - such was the case for Halo and the large demand XBOXs. In consideration for computer programs look at design programs and their affilation towards macs. Many industry programs exclusively made for [|macs] have directly caused an increase in sales of macs. The demand for Adobe Software has resulted in a demand for Macintosh Computers. Also consider mobile music technology and iPods. iPods have exclusive built in programming that allows the compilation of music in the form of lists, libraries, and etc. The real selling factor behind iPods is the customization of music into playlists. Therefore this program which offers mobile music listening and customization stimulates people to purchase the iPod product.

__**Application**__ **Drives** **Technology**





=Bibliography=

Richardson, William T. "M-Commerce Search for the Killer App." __Witiger__. 09 Nov. 2005. 25 Feb. 2006 <[|http://witiger.com]>.

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