As an Android user, a firewall is not even on my radar, nor do I hear much call for such things from the tech community. Not yet, at least.
My security measures, such as they are, are thus:
1. I use apps from trusted or at least reputable sources.
2. I don't leave network connection services open longer than necessary.
3. I use STRIP to securely store passwords and other sensitive data.
4. I use Android Lost to help manage the consequences of loss or theft. It can locate, and if needed, remotely wipe the phone.
I give my phone the same sort of physical security I give my wallet.
Since I don't see my phone as a particularly vulnerable attack surface, I don't even use a lock screen, much less more extreme technological security measures.
I'm more interested in making it convenient for myself than inconvenient for thieves.
ApK
Last edited by ApK; 04-23-2015 at 11:10 AM.
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