Mcafee for Samsung

[sammydkiller]

Hey, anyone using this ?

Do we really need this external protection?

the Knox is already powered by it as per my knowledge 

[RaviJk9]

Not required.

[RaviJk9]

What exactly you do with your phone?

[sammydkiller]

Pretty much everything including secure things...

[RaviJk9]

External security is not required.

[sammydkiller]

Okay, thanks!

[RaviJk9]

Anytime buddy

[BasuDip · Accepted solution]

Samsung Knox and antivirus suites like McAfee serve different purposes, though they both contribute to device security.

Samsung Knox:

1. Integrated Security: Knox is built into Samsung devices and offers multi-layered security features such as device encryption, secure boot, and real-time kernel protection. It focuses on protecting the device from a broad range of threats including unauthorized access and data breaches.

2. Hardware and Software: Knox integrates both hardware and software security. For example, it provides secure boot mechanisms and hardware-based data protection, which are not typically features of traditional antivirus software.

3. Enterprise Features: Knox includes features tailored for enterprise environments, such as Knox Workspace for secure data separation, and remote management capabilities for IT administrators.

Antivirus Suites (e.g., McAfee):

1. Malware Detection: Antivirus suites are primarily focused on detecting, preventing, and removing malware, including viruses, trojans, worms, and other types of malicious software. They rely on signature-based and behavioral analysis to identify threats.

2. Additional Features: Many antivirus programs offer additional features like web protection, email scanning, and identity theft protection. They typically do not include the deep integration with device hardware or operating systems found in Knox.

3. Cross-Platform: Antivirus suites are often available for a wide range of devices and operating systems, not limited to specific hardware brands.

In summary, while Samsung Knox provides a comprehensive security framework specifically designed for Samsung devices, including both hardware and software protections, antivirus suites like McAfee focus primarily on malware detection and removal.

[sammydkiller]

Thanks man, this is what I needed ✋️

[sammydkiller]

Haha.. aware aware