ABOUT MOBILE ANTIVIRUS SOFTWARE
I have a mobile device, but does it really need antivirus protection?
Yes, if your mobile device is running an operating system such as Windows Mobile or Symbian.
What should I do if I need antivirus protection for my device?
You should install an antivirus program designed for mobile devices.
BullGuard provides BullGuard Mobile Antivirus, which was designed for mobile devices. You can install and use it for free by creating a trial account with any of our BullGuard Mobile Antivirus versions.
How do I know if I am infected?
If you are using antivirus software, the chances are very low. All you need to do is to activate the File Monitor and scan your mobile device regularly.
BullGuard will stop viruses by scanning all incoming files (via Bluetooth, infrared or USB), any incoming or outgoing SMS, MMS or email, and any website you try to acces with your Internet connection.
How does BullGuard Mobile Antivirus work?
BullGuard Mobile Antivirus is a security software which protects your mobile device. It will scan, update and monitor files, as well as locate and remove any infections. For more information on BullGuard Mobile, please see the detailed product information.
What is the difference between BullGuard Internet Security and BullGuard Mobile Antivirus?
BullGuard Internet Security is designed for PCs, while BullGuard Mobile Antivirus is made for mobile devices. In essence, they work on completely different operating systems and have to deal with very different threats - which is why the PC version is more complex, and includes Antispyware, Firewall, Spamfilter, Backup and Support.
However, regarding the antivirus, there are also similarities. Just like BullGuard Internet Security, BullGuard Mobile Antivirus is able to:
- Update (connects to our servers for the latest virus definitions)
- Scan (scans the memory of your mobile device, as well as memory cards)
- Monitor files (this will scan any files being used, copied or moved)
Want to know more about antivirus? Visit Bullguard Security Center
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