Preventing Automatic Updates; Disabling Automatic File Backup And Synchronization - KVH Industries TracPhone V7-IP User Manual

Preventing Automatic Updates

The default configuration of many applications allow them to
download updates from the Internet automatically, without any user
interaction. KVH recommends that, while the device is being used at
sea, you set up these applications either to not check for updates or to
notify you before downloading them. These applications include:
• Anti-virus software
• Spyware protection software
• Web browser
• Mobile apps
• Adobe Acrobat
• Apple iTunes
• Windows Update or Mac Software Update
NOTE: Android devices offer a "Restrict Background Data" setting, which
will prevent background updates from all installed apps.
Any malicious applications hidden on your device may also use your
Internet connection without your knowledge. Therefore, prior to using
your device onboard the vessel, run a full system scan with an up-to-
date anti-virus and spyware detection/removal utility.

Disabling Automatic File Backup and Synchronization

The default configuration of many cloud-based file sharing and
syncing tools allow them to upload files (including photos, videos, and
other media) and synchronize mobile devices without any user
interaction. KVH recommends that, like preventing automatic
updates, you set up these services for manual backup and
synchronization only. These cloud storage services include:
• Apple iCloud
• Google Drive
• Microsoft SkyDrive
• Dropbox
• Box
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