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The Web’s Tectonic Shift: From Documents to Applications
The web is at a critical juncture where it is evolving from a document storage system to an application-centric platform. The push towards web applications is fueled by the desire to circumvent app store restrictions and fees, as seen in the rise of AI applications that prefer web deployment over traditional app stores. The challenges facing the web as a publishing platform are significant but manageable, suggesting a transformation in its economic landscape. The inherent tensions between web applications and mobile app stores indicate a potential migration of applications to the web, highlighting the ongoing struggle between these two ecosystems. While the transition is not currently definitive, the momentum towards web applications could reshape the digital landscape unless countered by external factors.
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