Microsoft has opened its Windows Store for submissions from developers in readiness for the Windows 8 launch on October 26. The store will be available in 120 countries and will feature apps from individuals and companies.
Microsoft
has taken some time to reach this point. The AppStore model has been
incredibly successful for Apple, Google, Amazon and Microsoft’s own Xbox
LIVE system. But this is the first time a store has been available on
Windows. Until now, users have been left to hunt for applications on the
web or in traditional software stores.
While Microsoft is late to
the AppStore party, they appear to have learned from mistakes made by
other companies. Refreshingly, the Windows Store has clearer guidelines
and fewer restrictions than certain alternatives I could mention…
Money, Money, Money …
Let’s get down to business. You can sign-up for the Windows Store now.
Businesses with an MSDN license or free BizSpark membership won’t have to pay a penny. Neither will students registered on the DreamSpark program.
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