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Most Operating Systems that have a "App Store" native application also have a Web version of their app store where applications can be added to a wish list, purchased and/or downloaded. I think it would be a good idea for Ubuntu Software Centre to also have a Web version. Since its not a good idea to download .debs, it could be done in such a way that downloads cannot be done if you are not running Ubuntu. This should not be too difficult to implement using the "apt:" link parameter. Sites such as http://getdeb.net already utilize the apt: link in a web store like service. Is this already in the works or are there plans to do it in the future? If no, why not?

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  • I think this is one of those edge cases where people dont really feel a need to do this kind of an interface. WHat's the general benefit to the users by having a web interface?
    – Thomas Ward
    Dec 1, 2011 at 19:03
  • agreed, what exactly would be the point since the software centre already exists, it makes any need for a web version pointless no?
    – Jayo
    Dec 1, 2011 at 19:08
  • I'm thinking more along the lines of when Ubuntu becomes more than just a Desktop/Server Linux OS. The more ubiquitous it becomes, the more I think such a feature would be a must have
    – muyiscoi
    Dec 3, 2011 at 21:39

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You can find such an interface at http://apps.ubuntu.com.

It's at an early stage right now, so if you can suggest ways of improving it, or want to help out with the changes then you can join the mailing list to discuss it.

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  • Great find! Now I have another bookmark to add. Dec 2, 2011 at 15:14
  • didn't know about this before. needs some work UI wise though
    – muyiscoi
    Dec 3, 2011 at 21:37
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I don't see anything special that will add value to current interface. USC is there to make new users comfortable. What you have just explained will complicate the matter and defeat the very purpose for USC. BTW apt: protocol have got its use especially in tutorials where user need to install packages.

If you still think the idea is still big one then propose it in ubuntu brainstorm

UPDATE:

As James have pointed out, there is http://apps.ubuntu.com which does exactly what you asked for. You can suggest changes for UI or even changes to wording (I don't think department is the best word for example but am fine since I use only apt)

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