Sometimes things go the first time and other times, like the Microsoft Store, you need to try countless times. The Microsoft Store has been trying to succeed from Windows 8 And it wasn’t until Windows 11 that we started to see reason for hope. Now even Firefox hits the Microsoft Store.
Mozilla Firefox hits the Microsoft Store
The greatest success that Microsoft has had with the Store has been to eliminate restrictions and encourage their use. This should have been the way to act before demanding anything. Now we see how Opera or Firefox reach the Microsoft Store more permissive than ever.
Mozilla Firefox https://t.co/1yD5wl2BWY pic.twitter.com/oEPKYHUt92
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Before, Microsoft did not allow other browsers to be in the Store. Apple does something similar, they can be in its App Store as long as they use the same engine as Safari. We already know that Apple does not like to compete on equal terms in many cases.
Yes, they are still installers in the Microsoft StoreBut, this is the way to start working with developers. Offering visibility and offering security for your applications. Later, you can work with them to implement updates and other enhancements.
This is an excellent starting point hopefully continue to improve. As we have indicated it is fine, but it has a series of problems that should improve over time. Some of you have mentioned it in the comments in the past and it is a reality.
It is interesting to see how Large companies continue to add their app to the Microsoft Store And while this may not help us advanced users, less skilled users can enjoy greater security and less risk when downloading from the store.