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finnestdope:
Couldn't read the sermon tho, but I never leave ma devices without an antivirus.

Ma PC, smartphones, smartwatch all have antivirus installed in all.

Kaspersky for ma PC
Clean master for ma smartphones and Android smartwatch

what about the unnecessary demands from the antivirus product wanting you to install add-ons

SHOULD YOU INSTALL AN ANTIVIRUS ON YOUR ANDROID DEVICE?


We are often asked whether antivirus apps for Android are necessary, and for good reason. Apple has tried hard to discredit Android as a virus-infested swamp of malware and there have been several high-profile Android security threats. Android has a tarnished reputation for security and viruses. But is this justified? Would Android users benefit from antivirus apps?


Not according to Android security chief Adrian Ludwig. Just prior to the Google I/O developer conference earlier this year, Ludwig told reporters: "Do I think the average user on Android needs to install [antivirus apps]? Absolutely not. I don’t think 99 percent plus of users get a benefit from [anti-virus apps]."
Ludwig also claimed that the threat posed by Android malware has been "overstated".

So where does this leave us?

If the chief security engineer for Android says it ain't a problem, suggesting antivirus companies are just trying to sell their product, then should we be concerned? Maybe. Security companies and antivirus app developers would respond by saying Google is simply trying to downplay the flaws in its own Play Store. But let's back up a step.

What are Android viruses?

A virus is a type of malicious software (malware) program, the likes of which have been infecting our PCs for decades. As the Android platform has developed and became more widely used, so too has the number of potential threats to the system. Viruses don't actually infect Android, because they don't self-replicate, but the term gets used nonetheless.

Security reports – usually from antivirus and security companies – regularly tell us that the
threats are on the rise. Whether you believe these reports or, like Ludwig, think they're simply trying to scare you into installing an app, it's a good idea to know as much as you can about Android viruses and where they come from.
There are many ways that viruses or malware can get onto your phone.

Where does Android malware come from?

The Google Play Store is the largest target for this type of malware and scams, because it is the mainline delivery system for content onto your phone. The sheer volume of apps uploaded (and downloaded) per day, along with the lack of comprehensive policing, makes it an easy target.
But there are plenty of other delivery mechanisms for viruses and malware. Emails with attachments – much like the ones you get on your PC – or MMSs that get automatically downloaded, hacks on popular apps such as WhatsApp, phishing scams, fake apps, APKs you've installed manually (outside of the Play Store) or clicking suspect download links, among others.

What are the disadvantages of an antivirus on Android?

One of the main criticisms about antiviruses is that they play on fears about viruses, as they require full access to all user data on a device. Essentially, they do exactly the same thing as the viruses you are trying to avoid… and you need to have confidence in your antivirus. Some antiviruses are also energy intensive: they are always running in the background and are not always optimized for batteries. It’s often the price you'll have to pay to be protected… Finally, an antivirus will not always be 100% effective. While some like Avast, Kaspersky or Lookout find 90% of viruses, others like McAfee will detect only a few of the dangers.

So what does this all mean?

The simple truth is, thieves, hackers, bandits and hoodlums will try to exploit anything; it is inevitable that a platform with over a billion active users will become a target. Can scams, viruses trojans et al be avoided by sensible use of your smartphone? In most cases, yes. Does this mean we don’t need antivirus software? That's really up to you to decide.

As long as you’re careful on the Play Store, downloading apps or data from known and reputable sources, you should remain protected on Android. But why risk it? Threats to Android devices are becoming more and more common. I’d even recommend downloading software just to run a scan every once in a while and then removing it again.

Regardless of whether antivirus apps are ineffective or Google is just trying to sweep a growing problem under the rug, I recommend you take any precaution you deem necessary to stay safe. The downside of installing an antivirus app is negligible. They do consume system resources, but they probably do more good than harm and if they make you feel more secure, that's worth something.


Do you have antivirus apps on your Android?

Have you ever been affected by malware? Share your experiences in the comments.

CC: Lalasticala and Mynd44, please assist in this regards so that this issue would be given the desired attention.

There's no way you can run away from mathematics, even if you refrain from using it in your courses it will always be needed in your everyday life. And I think people who are afraid of mathematics are afraid of life itself.

What a world indeed

They will blame this on bubu too #speakingoutloud

Cacawa2:
wtf is that

It's rubbish...a gathering of yahoo boys, internet trolls, comedy clowns and hackers

The people there are drop-outs who couldn't be bothered studying mathematics at Uni level

You can easily spot them with their very lazy afro-hairstyle and body-hug t-shirts plus face-cap.

We know a real tech-guru when we see one, not some alaba touts. Check them out in the U.S, wearing serious glasses, formally dressed, smartly dresses, focused graduates.

Even worse is the presenter you called "Neo" who has got a full hoodie on, he is indoors and it's neither raining nor freezing...american wannabe.

See them forming fake accent as if they learnt British accent online

like you can do better than them
Stop comparing what's overseas with what's back home. we agree our Tech is upcoming stop criticizing those that are putting effort to make it better.

robosky02:
Africa's greatest female footballer

who say na lie

where omagbemi Kon dey?

Ehen trafficker

Dear Naija Single brothers and sisters in the Lord,When you want to get married,There are things you shouldn't play with. I know some of us play too much but don't extend your play to these:

[1]Genotype: I have been reading some claiming to be praying for some and AS turning into AA and SS turning into AS. I'll never doubt the power of prayers and what God can do but go to a good hospital and check your genotype and that of your future spouse.

Do not take the word of anyone that anything changed until proven medical experts confirm your latest genotype.

You will live to regret bringing a child into the world with SS and watching your child suffer for something you could easily have avoided. But,You chose to play and played too much.

[2]HIV/AIDS: There's nothing impossible for God to do,Let no man tell you otherwise. But,When you are told that you have been cured,Go to a good hospital and check yourself out.

Don't ever take the word of any man as gospel and go into marriage with anyone without being sure of your status.

Playing with your life is your business,But playing with the life of another person including an unborn child is serious business.

Many men and women have exalted themselves and started speaking big words,Don't fall for it.
We used to have sense before,I still remember when we had sense. When we used to fall sick our parents took us to hospital and then notified Pastor so they can pray while Doctors do their jobs.

Now we hear a woman is seriously sick and her husband took her to Church to see Pastor. Why not take her to hospital and call Pastor on the phone? Pastor will be praying while medical experts will get on with their jobs? We used to have sense don't we?

Your Pastor is your doctor,You ignored sound medical advice because he said so. Your pastor is your Lawyer,You ignored sound legal advice because he said so. Your pastor is your husband,You ignored your husband's words because he said so. Your pastor is your wife,You ignored your wife's sound advice because he said so. Your pastor is your parents,You don't care what your parents says unless he says so.
He is now jack of all trades in your life,who did this to you?

Make no mistake about it,Men of God do a lot of work both spiritually and also in counselling and we have to recognize that.

However,I think so many are stretching it and to a very dangerous level. You can't do anything in your life without first consulting him? Do you ever think for a moment that this pastor is also a human being that have family and faces same family pressures you face? He is superhuman isn't it?

Get a grip,Take control of your life.
See Pastor and receive counsel when you need them.

Sick people[Unless they are demon possessed] are rushed to the hospital and not to Church,Church prays while Doctors do their job.

God is not at war with modern medicine,Stop making it look like that.

Build a matured relationship with your Pastor and stop being a spiritual robot.


By Hon Owheyibo Ufuoma Wisdom

Hello and good day, I have been playing clash of clans for more than a year and in th11 but unfortunately the device I was using is blackberry z10 as at then but you all know that it doesn't support play service meaning I was unable to save my progress in Google Play server thereby lost everything when I decided to port to Android. so am here pleading with those of you who have coc accounts but not interested in the game no more to help me so I can continue my gaming. it's awkward but the game is awesome and I love it but can't go back to the beginning. you know how that's like. please you can email me @ jenax2onox@gmail.com

Nice piece! Glad i went through the entire writeup.

Bro you dont have any of the aforementioned credentials and you claim you are a nigerian and you want a nigerian job...smh

moscobabs:
op na lie


I just dialed *777# now

still remain the same as old

I just checked n hes right

euchaaria:
I am literally in tears...
Went to an interview yesterday, answered all my quesiand was feeling like tuface and was really expecting a call up from the firm..
I checked my mail this morning and saw this nonsense from one of the interviewers..



What has this country turned into...
Joblessness + being broke one of the things that make people think twice about life

* I cropped his mail and number..



Cc:izzou

mega hilton hotel Warri?

Largas:
Leicester player wearing a United jersey.

He should kukuma direct his Agent to work on a United transfer.

So u cant recognise cska moscow Jersey from afar smh.

Am in ozoro, delta state atm and i experienced it. It started 8:26 and ended 9:58 still having d aftermath of staring at it using big bowl of water. It was awesome. I actually got a call. From a friend that its starting so i rushed down

@OP who slept with you and didnt appreciate u?

Your details are quite true to some extent. In education everything is about the individual perspective. I know lots of university graduates that cant do anything based on what they read n so goes to the latter. Education is more about research. All i can say is polytechnic is practical based their courses and university is theoretical.

OkaiCorne:
*singing* Things are getting better...

Let's face it as long as we keep importing fuel...heads or tail, Nigeria loses. If crude price goes up, subsidy cost goes up and FG spends more. If crude price goes down FG faces dwindling revenue since we run a mono-economy.

Until we refine crude locally to meet the demands of the local market, the black gold will continually be a BLACK CURSE!!!

your petroleum minister said marketers can import fuel as long as they follow the regulations...so that's telling you that we are still going to deal with imported fuel

Jonathan will be smiling right about now!

08114811193 add biko

The country was far more better when corruption was the order of the day....please "Bring back our corruption".

Nigeria should diversify else we will use our crude oil to fry plantain

who both of them help?

English language is important and so is pidgin in Nigeria. what's the use of speaking English to someone n yet u can't communicate to the person. I think both are important and also where n when to apply it is also important. Me dey yan pidgin steady wen needed but wen I dey among d grammar people I dey blast English!

missing girls ni? abeg it's all a conspiracy to remove Jonathan from power and it succeeded. And now that Jonathan is gone we still haven't seen the girls.

Stale gist...give us something new

End time pervert

You only described the guy but you forgot to tell us if you are beautiful or not-so-fine

God bless your work