Why Instagram?

There are many services on the Internet,the purpose of which is not always clear to users. Despite the fact that the word Instagram is familiar to many, why it is needed and how to install the Instagram on a computer or phone, not everyone knows.

What is Instagram?

The Instagram application was originally developed for mobile devices for the purpose of instant processing of the photos taken. Over time, the application has a number of other functions:

• application to photos of various filters and effects;
• instant placement of photos on social networking pages;
• the ability to send photos and video to friends;
• the opportunity to share with friends ratings and comments to photos.

Created in 2010, the application from 2012belongs to Facebook. Now the number of users of the application exceeds 200 million people. Instagram can be used on all mobile devices that support Android and iOS operating systems.

There are satellite applications that complement the service

• Extragram - allows you to keep track of recent photos of people who are signed;
• Instagrid - allows you to organize from your own photos uploaded to Instagram, a gallery;
• Cartagram - allows you to view photos with reference to the map.

For what Instagram on the computer

Photos in the style of Instagram became a separategenre because of its popularity. Therefore, many people want to create fashionable photos directly on the computer or be able to download your favorite photos to your computer. The most convenient way to use the service in the absence of a smartphone is to install an Android emulator on your computer. For example, BlueStacks for Windows or Carousel for Mac.

There are online clients that allowUse the Instagram service from the computer. The most popular of these is Webstagram. The client allows you to view photos, put likes and write comments. The only drawback is the inability to process and publish photographs.