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question of curiosity, senior wants to know

14 years ago

we use a virus checker for computer, phones literally do the same thing as they do, does one need to run a virus check on them as well? This came to me out of the blue the other day, and as this is the place to come and ask, guess I am asking in the right place? And, if a virus checker isn't use, why not? Someone who can explain this would be greatly appreciated.

Shaddy

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sushipup1
14 years ago
Are you talking about cell phones and data?
don_1_2006
14 years ago
You can google cell phone virus and get loads of info.
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Thanks; I'll probably do just that. :) In case anyone is curious, I've put the basic schematic that I had in mind (very simplified!) online: http://www.daughtersoftiresias.org/images/watering.png Basic idea is that, if there's only one "nutrient" in play at a time, you can reconcentrate it with reverse osmosis (any temporary supersaturation will recondense around the undissolved nutrients; they're effectively seed crystals). The water that passes through goes back into your water tank, your nutrient tanks remain at 100% saturation, and so the system can measure out proper mixes every time it changes nutrients. The diagram skims over some things (pressure regulation, freshwater intake, backflow through the filters to keep them clean, wiring and control, etc), and isn't to scale at all, but it's a general idea of what I was thinking of. I'd have to look into how well it applies to the general case, though... salts with chlorine ions wouldn't take well to RO, for example. Probably want a sediment trap, and might need to add an activated carbon filter before the pump to filter out organics. Once again, thanks for the feedback :)
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ravencajun Zone 8b TX
14 years ago
yes there are definitely infections that can get on smart phones, however since most are Android which is a version of linux it is not like dealing with windows. But there are many good antivirus programs for your Android phones or devices. I recommend Lookout security, Avast is also making it's way up the ladder.

Just like linux on a computer is less likely to be affected by infections so goes it for the linux based Android devices but since they are so popular there are definitely bad guys out there writing bugs to try to mess with them too.

Lookout security and any other antivirus programs can be found in the Android markets or most any of the other popular Android app markets.

Lookout
jane__ny
14 years ago
How about Blackberry?

Jane
User
14 years ago
Shaddy, what an excellent question. Please don't feel that you have to define yourself as a senior to get respect here as if "seniors ask the funniest questions" and don't know how to Google. I am so glad you asked it.It has been on my mind too.

Raven, thanks for all the specific info and a link that YOU recommend. That makes all the difference in the world.
ravencajun Zone 8b TX
14 years ago
now as I said I use android phones I am not knowledgeable about things related to Iphone or blackberry never owned one of those. But if your phone takes apps I would look at the app store that you get your apps from to see if they have any available.

Hey I am a senior too LOL so never be afraid to ask a question it might well be one several others want to know the answer to also. We are all still learning!
ravencajun Zone 8b TX
14 years ago
for those with Apple products you might want to read through this discussion on one of the Apple forums it addresses the question of AV for apple iphone and mentions what is available.
Is there an iPhone antivirus App?

First Anti-Virus App Approved for iPhone, iPad

I googled antivirus app for blackberry and this is what popped up you could try to google it and see if you find others, I know nothing about this however.
NetQin Antivirus FREE
shaddy101
Original Author
14 years ago
I do not use a phone like everyone else does, I use a Trac phone, the idea was just the long distance calls for me. Grand uses USCellular, don't know what "kind" of phone that is, but as he is doing so much with his pics, info, for art school, wondered if there might be something he should be doing to protect that information for his own benefit. Thanks for all the good links, answers, and thoughts. I don't know that my situation has been changed by this, still just need for long distance, so not a problem I believe for me, was just curious as to what "others" do with their data etc., to protect from virus, etc.

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