A smartphone is like a small portable computer,
just like the way a computer gets infected with virus, getting hacked and if it
is unsecured it can also provide access to your personal information the same
way a smartphone can get infected.
Few simple tips to keep your mobile secured at all the times:
- Read the
mobile operating instructions manual carefully. The security setting, pin
settings, infrared settings etc. this helps to keep your mobile secured from
malicious programs.
- Set a
pin which is unpredictable yet easy to remember.
- Note
the IMEI code of your mobile. This number helps to prevent the access to the
stolen mobile. Using the IMEI number the operator can block the mobile.
- Do not
make your mobile a source of personal data, it is always dangerous to loose
important data to strangers.
- Define
your own trusted devices which can be connected to your mobile through Bluetooth
- While downloading
applications through Bluetooth or MMS attachments, one should be careful as it
might contain harmful software which will affect the mobile.
- Regularly,
backup important data in the mobile phone.
- Avoid downloading
content from any untrusted sources
- Use
free cleansing tools that are available on the internet to clean the malicious
software in your mobile.
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