Sweetie11

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Q: Do I need anti virus protection for my iPad?

Can my iPad mini be hacked and do I need to get anti virus protection for it?

iPad mini Wi-Fi

Posted on Apr 23, 2014 5:19 PM

I have this question too

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A:

You don't need antivirus or security software as long as you don't Jailbreak your iPad.

Currently there's no known virus affecting iPad.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3743

Posted on Apr 23, 2014 5:20 PM

Q: Do I need anti virus protection for my iPad?

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by Diavonex,Solvedanswer

Diavonex Apr 23, 2014 5:20 PM in response to Sweetie11
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Apr 23, 2014 5:20 PM in response to Sweetie11

You don't need antivirus or security software as long as you don't Jailbreak your iPad.

Currently there's no known virus affecting iPad.

http://support.apple.com/kb/HT3743
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by Sweetie11,

Sweetie11 Apr 23, 2014 6:14 PM in response to Sweetie11
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Apr 23, 2014 6:14 PM in response to Sweetie11

You mentioned jailbreak?
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by Diavonex,

Diavonex Apr 23, 2014 6:47 PM in response to Sweetie11
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Apr 23, 2014 6:47 PM in response to Sweetie11

Tap on above link for more info.
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by Peter Bannon,

Peter Bannon Apr 23, 2014 6:52 PM in response to Diavonex
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Apr 23, 2014 6:52 PM in response to Diavonex

I want to believe you. Admire your expertise. Not sure about the vulnerability.
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