Which of these statements could you say to a customer with the following objection? ‘Android is an open source operating system which is full of vulnerabilities.’ Select the two correct answers, then submit.
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Correct answer: Ecosystem Validation proves Android is secure. This is verified by Gartner and Omdia reports., Certifications such as FIPS-140-2 and NIAP prove that Android has been vetted by the same labs as iOS..
Why this is the answer
The correct answers directly address the customer's security concerns with factual evidence. Ecosystem Validation refers to the rigorous testing and security standards applied to Android devices and services, often cited in industry reports from firms like Gartner and Omdia, which provide independent verification of security. Certifications such as FIPS-140-2 (Federal Information Processing Standard) and NIAP (National Information Assurance Partnership) are government-mandated security standards that Android devices undergo, demonstrating a high level of security vetting comparable to other mobile operating systems like iOS. "Android is not an open source operating system" is incorrect; Android is fundamentally open source. "Due to its open source OS, Android is less secure..." is also incorrect and reinforces the customer's misconception rather than refuting it. Open source does not inherently mean less secure; in many cases, the transparency can lead to quicker identification and patching of vulnerabilities.
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