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What is Android Service?
Updated Apr 28, 2026
Short answer
Service runs background tasks without UI.
Deep explanation
Services handle long-running operations like music playback or network calls. They can run in foreground or background.
Real-world example
Music player running in background.
Common mistakes
- Running heavy tasks on main thread.
Follow-up questions
- What is foreground service?
- Why use service?