Microsoft's universal apps are now called Windows apps

While Microsoft has had confusing naming schemes for Windows RT and "Metro-style" over the years, it appears the company is trying to simplify things for Windows 10. In a recent session at Microsoft's WinHEC developer event, distinguished engineer Don Box revealed the company’s new naming for universal applications that run across PCs, phones, tablets, and the Xbox One. "Sometimes we say universal apps, but we call them Windows apps," explains Box. "Windows apps runs on all devices, Windows desktop app is PC only. Windows apps run everywhere."

The naming could cause some confusion around existing Windows desktop apps, as many already refer to them as Windows apps, but simplification is certainly welcome. Microsoft originally used Metro...

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