topic Re: Re: Re: Re: virus protection in Other Smartphones

virus protection

Lyzbeth — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 11:40:40 GMT

Hi, I'm new to this, can anyone help or advise me. I have just run a scan through device maintenance, it had a drop down if you wanted ultimate protection, i was under the impression you couldn't have 2 virus protections on 1 device, or is it something different would I still only have 1 virus protection. I am so confused thank you

Re: virus protection

JAMES4578 — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 15:50:38 GMT

Hi @Lyzbeth yes you can have a few protection services, however there are different views on this. Personally I think that if you do not go outwith the Google and Galaxy stores and have regular security updates then Knox and the protection offered by the Play store/Samsung is sufficient. Though you may choose to use it if you want to be super cautious.

Some information here : https://insights.samsung.com/2020/06/18/do-i-need-antivirus-software-on-my-smartphone-2/

Thread on Anti Virus here too https://eu.community.samsung.com/t5/other-smartphones/new-to-samsung-and-android-do-i-need-antivirus-software/td-p/271481

Re: Re: virus protection

Lyzbeth — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 17:44:18 GMT

Thank you James, i will check those links, thanks for the advice

Re: virus protection

GameSam — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 12:23:32 GMT

If we compare free virus protection systems and paid ones, then of course paid ones are much better and really protect, when the issue of protecting your data is being decided, how to save money for me is generally stupid

Re: virus protection

Lyzbeth — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 19:01:16 GMT

Thank you GameSam, I am of the same reasoning as you, i just didn't know if I had caused my own problems by having 2 on my phone. That was my reason for asking for help. Thanks for the advice

Re: virus protection

Bradleigh — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 12:22:13 GMT

I've never had virus on android never even seen one! I don't want mcfee stealing my data and slowing slowing my phone..

Noo thanks never needed it!!

Re: Re: virus protection

Lyzbeth — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 12:27:12 GMT

thanks Bradleigh, seems like the consensus is don't add a virus protector as Samsung's own which is run by McAfee is sufficient

Re: Re: Re: virus protection

Bradleigh — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 12:47:51 GMT

More than welcome, mine is turned off actually as I dont use it & never have and never will, my phone asks me to confirm downloads, it also advices me to not install APK files, I have full control over my s20 so never needed it. also like I said Mcafee is terrible I hate it on PC's and laptops

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Lyzbeth — Sat, 05 Dec 2020 12:55:34 GMT

thanks Bradleigh that's the phone i am thinking of getting the A20e it looks a good phone thanks for your help and advice take care

Re: virus protection

CougarGreybeard — Sat, 19 Dec 2020 12:25:06 GMT

I use Sophos Intercept X, having used Sophos professionaly for over 20 years, I find it frustrating it is not recognised and continues to declare my phone is at risk!

Re: virus protection

veranick — Fri, 08 Oct 2021 13:03:10 GMT

The safeguards provided by antivirus software are the first consideration when deciding how to pick the best antivirus software. Antivirus software should, by definition, defend against viruses, but it should also protect against other dangers. At the very least, you must protect yourself against the most frequent threats to your privacy and safety.