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What is a primary reason to protect access to mobile systems' computing resources and data?
What is a primary reason to protect access to mobile systems' computing resources and data?
- To mitigate security risks (correct)
- To prevent energy consumption
- To enhance user experience
- To ensure intermittent connectivity
Which of the following is NOT a main security risk source for mobile systems?
Which of the following is NOT a main security risk source for mobile systems?
- Energy consumption patterns (correct)
- Malicious software
- Messaging systems
- Software/OS vulnerabilities to external attacks
What is a key challenge for mobile devices in terms of data transfer?
What is a key challenge for mobile devices in terms of data transfer?
- Handling frequent software updates
- Managing battery life
- Buffering data during intermittent connectivity (correct)
- Securing data from external attacks
Why is battery life a key constraint for mobile devices?
Why is battery life a key constraint for mobile devices?
What is a mitigation option for securing mobile devices' connections to Wi-Fi networks?
What is a mitigation option for securing mobile devices' connections to Wi-Fi networks?
What is a key challenge in energy-constrained mobile devices?
What is a key challenge in energy-constrained mobile devices?
In power management planning, what should be considered to ensure efficient power consumption?
In power management planning, what should be considered to ensure efficient power consumption?
What is a key influencing factor in the growth of mobile computing?
What is a key influencing factor in the growth of mobile computing?
What is a key requirement for the power management system in mobile devices?
What is a key requirement for the power management system in mobile devices?
What is forecast to happen to the number of smartphone subscriptions worldwide in the next few years?
What is forecast to happen to the number of smartphone subscriptions worldwide in the next few years?
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Study Notes
Security Risks in Mobile Systems
- Messaging systems (SMS, MMS) are a source of security risks
- Connection channels (Wi-Fi networks, GSM) are vulnerable to attacks
- Software/OS vulnerabilities and malicious software pose security threats
- User recognition/authentication, encryption methods (WEP, WPA/WPA2), and VPN/HTTPS can mitigate security risks
- Restricting access to known MAC addresses also enhances security
Intermittent Connectivity in Mobile Devices
- Mobile devices may have intermittent connections to Wi-Fi or the Internet
- Data must be buffered to prevent loss during periods of connectivity
- Data transfer mechanisms must handle frequent generation/receipt of data during intermittent connections
Energy-Constrained Mobile Devices
- Mobile devices have limited power and thermal budgets due to small size, lack of fans, and restricted surface area
- Battery life is a key constraint due to limited power storage, complex data management, and security requirements
- Platform power and optimization can mitigate energy-constrained challenges
- User experience and power management policies must consider hardware resources, user interaction, sensor inputs, and computational/protocol optimizations
Trends in Mobile Computing
- The number of smartphone subscriptions worldwide is forecast to grow, surpassing six billion
- China, India, and the United States have the highest number of smartphone users
- Enhanced user experience, improved technology, and increased connectivity/computing options are driving the move to mobile computing
- Mobile devices now feature improved battery life, faster processors, user-friendly materials, power-efficient displays, and high-bandwidth networks
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