220-802 · Question #588
Which of the following features is a characteristic associated to that of Android-based smartphones?
The correct answer is D. Open source SDK. Android is built on the Linux kernel and is developed as an open-source platform under the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). Its Software Development Kit (SDK) is publicly and freely available, allowing any developer or manufacturer to build on, modify, and distribute…
Question
Which of the following features is a characteristic associated to that of Android-based smartphones?
Options
- AApple App Store
- BClosed source SDK
- CProprietary data cable connector
- DOpen source SDK
How the community answered
(18 responses)- A6% (1)
- C6% (1)
- D89% (16)
Explanation
Android is built on the Linux kernel and is developed as an open-source platform under the Android Open Source Project (AOSP). Its Software Development Kit (SDK) is publicly and freely available, allowing any developer or manufacturer to build on, modify, and distribute Android-based products without licensing fees. This openness is a core distinguishing feature of Android. The Apple App Store (A) is exclusive to Apple's iOS ecosystem, not Android. A closed source SDK (B) is the opposite of Android's model - this better describes Apple's approach. A proprietary data cable connector (C) is historically associated with Apple (Lightning, MagSafe) rather than Android, which has broadly adopted open standards like USB-C and Micro-USB.
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