Thing 4 Digital Security

This was an interesting one. I had not thought of Apps being able to access my other information. It made sense, of course, but I was glad to find where I could read through some of the Apps on my phone and find out what permissions they were allowed. There was nothing sinister that I could see, but I am glad to have been made aware of this.

I think it is wise advice to 'Treat your phone as your wallet'.


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