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Is the Android market needed to install .apk files?

Uh, why would you want to delete the market from your phone?

If you're asking if you can install apks from other sources like the internet, then yes, as long as in your settings you check off "install apps from other sources". If you try to install an apk it'll take you to that page anyway.
 
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