Lammycat Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 When in Rome..... Link to post Share on other sites
Winston Legthigh Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I made the switch from blackberry to android and today I'm dealing with the results of that decision. I freely admit that I'm an infant when it comes to all things technology so this is a pretty steep learning curve. Why does it have to be so effing complicated?ooh. Our chief tech guy at work says that Androids account for 90% of all hacked phones, and almost a third of Androids are hacked before they're even shipped. sorry. Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Hacked?! What would be the purpose of hacking a phone? Who does this stuff anyways? Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Jackie Wilson says.... Link to post Share on other sites
Winston Legthigh Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I don't know - malware designed to send all your account info to a Nigerian prince, or something? Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I've never had a flu shot and never had the flu. Same with my 3 kids. Luck of the Amish, I suppose.... Link to post Share on other sites
ih8music Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 many people use their smartphones more often than computers for internet stuff. a hacked phone is just as dangerous as a hacked computer. Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 So i need to install a firewall and all that? Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Liquor in the front, poker in the rear. Link to post Share on other sites
Radiant Witch Face Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 I usually get the flu shot, but haven't this year. I had the flu very early in the season, so hopefully I won't get it again. I try to use zinc, probiotics, and good food to help protect against illness. garlic, garlic, garlic!and ginger Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 and ginger No, Mary Ann! Link to post Share on other sites
ih8music Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Well yes and no. The real problem is malware -- apps that say they do one thing and are actually maliciously trying to steal info from your phone -- vs. someone "hacking into" your phone. Android devices are more susceptible to this because the security model for android apps is different than for iOS apps -- basically it is impossible** for one iOS app to read the data that another app saves; this is not true for android apps. Also, the requirements for getting listed in the AppStore vs. GooglePlay vs. Amazon are very different, with Apple being the most restrictive (and painfully slow, from an app creator's perspective) than the others. I use an iPhone as my personal device and I don't have any additional security apps running (honestly, I'm not sure if they really exist). My android devices are for work/testing, so I don't really care for them as much as I would otherwise. I think if I used an android phone as my primary personal device, I'd probably install a security app. But realistically, as long as you only download well-known apps from a known marketplace like GooglePlay or Amazon you're probably fine. ** with the caveat that nothing is ever truly impossible, but I'm not aware of any exploits in iOS for this. The bigger security concern, which applies to all phones and tablets, is sending unencrypted data over a public wifi network. Just be extra careful about what you do online while waiting for your nonfat decaf latte at Starbucks. Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Apples and oranges. Those who deserve the flu, get the flu. Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Listen to St. Lammy preachin' Gods will....heh! Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Well yes and no. The real problem is malware -- apps that say they do one thing and are actually maliciously trying to steal info from your phone -- vs. someone "hacking into" your phone. Android devices are more susceptible to this because the security model for android apps is different than for iOS apps -- basically it is impossible** for one iOS app to read the data that another app saves; this is not true for android apps. Also, the requirements for getting listed in the AppStore vs. GooglePlay vs. Amazon are very different, with Apple being the most restrictive (and painfully slow, from an app creator's perspective) than the others. I use an iPhone as my personal device and I don't have any additional security apps running (honestly, I'm not sure if they really exist). My android devices are for work/testing, so I don't really care for them as much as I would otherwise. I think if I used an android phone as my primary personal device, I'd probably install a security app. But realistically, as long as you only download well-known apps from a known marketplace like GooglePlay or Amazon you're probably fine. ** with the caveat that nothing is ever truly impossible, but I'm not aware of any exploits in iOS for this. The bigger security concern, which applies to all phones and tablets, is sending unencrypted data over a public wifi network. Just be extra careful about what you do online while waiting for your nonfat decaf latte at Starbucks.thanks bro, much appreciated. another question....can phones or computers get viruses from streaming....like from youtube or one of the pron sites? Link to post Share on other sites
ih8music Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Just streaming, no. But when "Heather" pops up and invites you to a private chat (that requires you to install a special app), just say no. Link to post Share on other sites
uncool2pillow Posted March 12, 2014 Share Posted March 12, 2014 Just to reiterate what was said earlier. The google play store is much more free and loose than the apple app store. ALWAYS when downloading an app, check to see what permissions you're giving. Why would a "game" app need access to your calls?? It probably doesn't don't download it. I like my Galaxy, but I'm a bit paranoid after having heard about some of the security issues with droid. Link to post Share on other sites
Lammycat Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 Thank you for using "iterate" rather than "reiterate". Link to post Share on other sites
Radiant Witch Face Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 I am so hungry I can barely wait until 12:00! Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 13, 2014 Share Posted March 13, 2014 I'm wearing a dago tee under my sweater. Shhhhhhh. Link to post Share on other sites
theashtraysays Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 DAY OFF!! Link to post Share on other sites
Atticus Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 I had a granola bar a little while ago. It was okay. it's my last day to be a bachelor, so I may splurge and have some coffee here in a bit. what a great time it's been being married to this awesome ladyperson. Link to post Share on other sites
bjorn_skurj Posted March 14, 2014 Share Posted March 14, 2014 Apples and oranges. Those who deserve the flu, get the flu. Bill Daggett: I don't deserve this… to die like this. I was building a house. Will Munny: ''''Deserve's got nothin' to do with it.'''' [aims gun] Link to post Share on other sites
froggie Posted March 15, 2014 Share Posted March 15, 2014 I've never had a flu shot and never had the flu. Same with my 3 kids. Luck of the Amish, I suppose.... last time i had a flu shot was in 2004... and i got the flu a month later. never since and i havent even had a common cold since then! Link to post Share on other sites
NoJ Posted March 17, 2014 Share Posted March 17, 2014 What ever happened to Bridget Fonda? Link to post Share on other sites
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