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Non Life Sciences => Geek Speak => Topic started by: coffee on 27/06/2017 19:59:04

Title: Does an Android tablet computer need firewall software?
Post by: coffee on 27/06/2017 19:59:04

Hi,

Does Android tablet computer need firewall software? Because mine didn't come with one.

Title: Re: Does an Android tablet computer need firewall software?
Post by: homebrewer on 05/07/2017 18:51:00

HI,

This depends on your personal risk assessment.

If you use your device off the Internet, a firewall is probably not required.
But if you are a Internet user, with banking apps. etc. it would be
prudent to install a recognised Internet security app.

I hope this has been helpful to you.

Title: Re: Does an Android tablet computer need firewall software?
Post by: coffee on 05/07/2017 19:09:42

Hi,

What if I use it generally to surf the net and check emails , do I need a firewall?

Title: Re: Does an Android tablet computer need firewall software?
Post by: chris on 05/07/2017 19:37:41

You should definitely install firewall protection and possibly an antivirus platform. The latter is more helpful if you are going to use third party apps that might compromise your machine.

Title: Re: Does an Android tablet computer need firewall software?
Post by: coffee on 05/07/2017 20:15:30

Thank you all very much for your help.