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We've compiled a list of 3 free and paid alternatives to Orbital Apps. The primary competitors include Flatpak, AppImageKit. In addition to these, users also draw comparisons between Orbital Apps and Snapcraft. Also you can look at other similar options here: About.
We've compiled a list of 3 free and paid alternatives to Orbital Apps. The primary competitors include Flatpak, AppImageKit. In addition to these, users also draw comparisons between Orbital Apps and Snapcraft. Also you can look at other similar options here: About.
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Using AppImageKit you can package desktop applications as AppImages that run on common Linux-based...
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ORB executables provide an easy way to distribute Linux Applications.
ORB executables provide an easy way to distribute Linux Applications.
Linux
Advantages for Developers
Compatibility: Only one file compatible with most modern Linux distros
Easy to distribute: Just upload the file to your website, send via email, dropbox, etc…
Minimalist and open format: No vendor lock-in
Just package: No need to recompile, modify the source code or modify your App in any way
Commercially-friendly: Compatible with closed-source software with any license
Future-proof: Because all dependencies are included (optionally), Apps are much more resilient against distros changes or upgrades
Advantages for Users
Natively supported on all modern distros: No runtime or other software installation is necessary to run ORB executables
Easy and Clickable: Users just need to double-click the file to open it, no messing with permissions or the command-line (requires the free ORB Launcher)
Supports beautiful high-res icons, to make your App stand-out
Fast startup: If you package your app as a Portable App, it will start in seconds, without needing any installation
Multi-distro installers: Package a DEB + RPM into the same ORB: just one file that automatically installs the appropriate package onto the users system
Linux
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