Hardware Reference
In-Depth Information
Software on the Pi Store is split into categories, ranging from games to tutorials and even
media like videos, books and magazines. Clicking on a category across the top will show the
software from that category in a grid, which can be scrolled using the keyboard or mouse.
Clicking on a piece of software will provide access to more information and a download link
to automatically install the software (see Figure 3-5).
Figure 3-5:
Viewing
software in the
Pi Store
Before software can be installed, however, you will need to register for an account. The Pi Store
is run by digital distribution specialist IndieCity; if you already have an account on IndieCity's
own website, you can use this by clicking the Log In option at the top right of the Pi Store win-
dow and entering your email address and password. If not, when you try to download any
software you will be asked to register: simply click the Register button and fill in your email
address, followed by typing a password for your account in the two boxes provided.
Some software on the Pi Store requires payment. If this is the case, attempting to install the
software will prompt you for your name, address and payment details. These details are
transmitted across an
encrypted connection
, meaning that they cannot be seen during transit,
and used by the Pi Store's operator IndieCity to take payment for the item. Once payment
has been made, the software can be downloaded as normal.
