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our mobile devices are more similar to computers than they are phones but why is it we don't protect them the same way recent studies have shown that more than half of all pcs are protected with an anti-virus program compared to only just 5% of smartphones and tablets Android is the most used mobile operating system which is the reason why it's targeted by cyber criminals more than any other mobile platform I'm dan Graziano and I'm going to share with you some of the easiest methods for keeping your Android device malware free when downloading apps stick to a legitimate app store such as Google Play Amazon's App Store Samsung Apps or one of the marketplaces from your carrier even when you're on these stores you have to be on the lookout for suspicious apps with odd permissions and bad reviews many times malicious apps can look similar to legitimate ones this was the case with a fake bbm app that surfaced a few months ago then there's the issue with sideloading apps case in point you're opening up your device to more malware if you install apps outside these major stores if you must do it make sure you get that from a trusted developers website most pirated or cracked apps tend to be infused with malware and let's face it in the long run you'll be kicking yourself you didn't buy the real version devices running Android 4.2 or higher also have access to a built in malware scanner for sideload apps this can be enabled by going to settings clicking on security and enabling the verify apps option while you're in settings scroll down to about phone and check to see if there's any software updates available manufacturers carriers and Guler are constantly pushing out updates with bug fixes enhancements and new features that can make your device more secure the last and most obvious way to protect yourself from mobile malware is to install one the many antivirus apps from the Google Play Store for more information about protecting your device including a list of some of the best antivirus apps check out my article on how to see Netcom you can also reach out to me on Twitter with any questions and feel free to share with me so the tips you use for keeping safe I'm Dan garage Jennifer CNET thanks for watching