IP3 2020-Software 1 (LOT 11590)

This lot is generally related to software updates.  A technique is disclosed for efficient software updates using adaptively selectable functions.  The technique identifies an application data element when a user selects a function, extracts and stores application data, makes it available to target device, and installs at the target device to provide selected function.  The technology may be implemented for software updates, APP updates, operating system software, online software update services, etc.