The term "different platforms" refers to various types or forms of technology, software, devices or systems that are used for different purposes. These could include operating systems such as Windows, macOS, iOS and Android; web browsers like Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari and Microsoft Edge; gaming consoles like PlayStation, Xbox and Nintendo Switch; social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram; and many others. The phrase is often used to describe the need for a product or service to be compatible with multiple different types of technology in order to reach as wide an audience as possible.