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Verizon teams with McAfee to offer anti-virus software

The Android platform has become a prime target for viruses. The operating system has struggled to catch up with Apple's IOS in terms of security.

Federal News Network Staff

September 12, 2012 9:07 am

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Verizon is jumping into the mobile-security world. It’s teamed up with McAfee to offer anti-virus software for Android devices.

The Verge.com reports prices range from free to just under $2 per month. Sprint already offers mobile security through Norton.

The Android platform has become a prime target for viruses. The operating system has struggled to catch up with Apple’s IOS in terms of security.

This story is part of Federal News Radio’s daily Cybersecurity Update. For more cybersecurity news, click here.

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