A repository is a place where certain data is stored and contained. In simple terms, on your smartphone, it’s an ordinary file manager that contains various folders and documents. On Xiaomi phones, Mi Explorer is used as it is by default.
With this application, you can find the documents, photos, videos, or music you want. You can also work with folders by copying them or changing their names. There are other useful sections in the side menu. For example, there is a tab for setting up remote access.
If unsatisfied with this file manager, you can install another similar application on your phone. It is enough to open Play Market and enter the appropriate request in the search box. Cx Explorer and Total Commander have a good ratings.
Also, repositories in the programming world can have slightly different meanings. This term usually refers to servers on the Internet where application package files and additional information are stored. If you take the Linux operating system as an example, software packages are not stored on your PC. The manager automatically downloads them during installation.
And where does it download them from? The answer is from special servers on the Internet, which are called repositories. They are also divided into some categories, which is a slightly different topics.
