Introduction
1 Tips to Prevent Malware
Malware is any software used to disrupt computer or mobile operations, gather sensitive information, gain access to private computer systems, or display unwanted advertising. There are a few ways you can keep your Android device protected from malware.
Always keep your device up to date
Making sure your apps and Android itself is always using the latest version is an easy way to secure your device. Android and app updates not only add new features, they can also address bugs and software vulnerabilities (security holes or weaknesses).Avoid Malicious Apps
Installing apps is one of the main methods of infecting your device with malware. Follow these tips to help avoid malicious apps.

Secure your device
Protecting your device for those times when it's out of your reach or not in your possession will keep your personal information safe, and prevent someone else from doing something that could create problems for you down the road.
Android offers many ways to protect your data and device:


Today's mobile devices contain a great deal of personal information about ourselves. If it were to fall into the hands of someone with malicious intent, that personal information along with the personal information of friends or family could be at risk. If you would like additional information on how to secure your device, the following guide may be of help.
Web browsers and Safe Browsing Skills
It is important to know that your mobile web browsers are vulnerable to some of the same things as your computer web browser.
Exercise good web browsing skills and be aware of what you're viewing. For example, don't click on random links or believe everything you read.Keep your data backed up
If all else fails and you do manage to get infected, you'll want to have a working backup of your system so you can restore it.
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Malware is any software used to disrupt computer or mobile operations, gather sensitive information, gain access to private computer systems, or display unwanted advertising. There are a few ways you can keep your Android device protected from malware.
Always keep your device up to date
Making sure your apps and Android itself is always using the latest version is an easy way to secure your device. Android and app updates not only add new features, they can also address bugs and software vulnerabilities (security holes or weaknesses).Avoid Malicious Apps
Installing apps is one of the main methods of infecting your device with malware. Follow these tips to help avoid malicious apps.

Secure your device
Protecting your device for those times when it's out of your reach or not in your possession will keep your personal information safe, and prevent someone else from doing something that could create problems for you down the road.
Android offers many ways to protect your data and device:


Today's mobile devices contain a great deal of personal information about ourselves. If it were to fall into the hands of someone with malicious intent, that personal information along with the personal information of friends or family could be at risk. If you would like additional information on how to secure your device, the following guide may be of help.
Web browsers and Safe Browsing Skills
It is important to know that your mobile web browsers are vulnerable to some of the same things as your computer web browser.
Exercise good web browsing skills and be aware of what you're viewing. For example, don't click on random links or believe everything you read.Keep your data backed up
If all else fails and you do manage to get infected, you'll want to have a working backup of your system so you can restore it.
