The Absolute Beginners 2023 Guide to Cybersecurity - Part 3 - Checking Default App Permissions - Android

The video tutorial explains how to check and manage app permissions on an Android device. It demonstrates accessing app permissions through settings, using Instagram and Reptile apps as examples. The video introduces the a Spot Cat app for managing permissions effectively. It also covers special access settings, emphasizing the importance of downloading apps from trusted sources like the Google Play Store. The tutorial concludes with recommendations for managing app permissions securely.

What types of permissions does Instagram have access to on the Android device?

• Microphone, Storage, and Tools

• Location, Tools, and Storage

• Camera, Microphone, and Contacts

• Contacts, Location, and Storage

Why does the Reptile app require access to the microphone?

• To make international calls

• To play music

• To access social media

• To record videos

What is the primary function of the aSpotCat app?

• To block unwanted calls

• To manage app permissions

• To improve app performance

• To enhance battery life

Which of the following permissions can be managed using the aSpotCat app?

• Battery usage, Data usage, and Storage

• Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and NFC

• Screen brightness, Volume, and Notifications

• Body sensors, Calendar, and Camera

What is a potential risk of allowing unknown app installations on Android?

• Improved app performance

• Increased battery life

• Vulnerability to attacks

• Faster internet speed

How does Android discourage the installation of apps from third-party sites?

• By preventing installations from unknown sources

• By increasing app download speeds

• By providing free antivirus software

• By offering discounts on Play Store apps

What should you do if you want to allow app installations from a specific third-party source?

• Turn on the option in special access settings

• Download an antivirus app

• Enable the option in the Play Store settings

• Contact the app developer