The open source nature of the Android platform has led to some amazing applications and a deeply personalized experienced unmatched by any other mobile OS. This open nature can also be a double-edged sword, since anyone can develop software and even malware and due to Google’s relatively lax screening process some of these malware applications have found their way into the Android Market. Here are three tips to keep your phone safe from malware.
1. If You’re Not Sure What An App Does Don’t Download It
The Android Market has well over ten thousand apps, so it’s easy to feel like your in over your head when browsing the Market. Many of us have even installed an app almost at random in order to see what it did on the phone knowing it can easily be uninstalled later. While it’s tempting to try as many things out as possible it’s also very dangerous. Be sure to read the description the app and if it doesn’t sound legitiment or if it gives you a bad feeling then do not download it. Most of the malware on the market is easily avoided if you look for clues in the app description.
1. If You’re Not Sure What An App Does Don’t Download It
The Android Market has well over ten thousand apps, so it’s easy to feel like your in over your head when browsing the Market. Many of us have even installed an app almost at random in order to see what it did on the phone knowing it can easily be uninstalled later. While it’s tempting to try as many things out as possible it’s also very dangerous. Be sure to read the description the app and if it doesn’t sound legitiment or if it gives you a bad feeling then do not download it. Most of the malware on the market is easily avoided if you look for clues in the app description.
