How does Sophos Mobile Security protect devices?

Sophos Mobile Security protects devices primarily by providing app management and data encryption, which are essential components in ensuring the security and integrity of mobile devices. App management allows organizations to control which applications can be installed on devices, ensure that only approved apps are used, and help manage app permissions to mitigate risks. Data encryption plays a crucial role by securing sensitive information stored on the device, making it unreadable without proper authorization. This combination of features effectively safeguards against unauthorized access and potential data breaches.

Limiting internet access, while it may contribute to security, does not address the broader scope of device security as comprehensively as app management and encryption do. Surveillance of device usage could raise privacy concerns and is not a primary function of Sophos Mobile Security. Installing antivirus software alone is insufficient, as it does not encompass the wide range of protections needed for mobile devices in today’s cybersecurity landscape.