Top Android Myths That Need to Wiped Out

Being an open-source operating system, Android is susceptible to a lot of misconceptions. It may seem like a lie, but despite the things that Android has accomplished, there are still some that don't trust it due to those false myths and beliefs.

1. Switch to 2G to Save Battery Life

It is a fact that 2G use less power than 3G, however, constantly changing between the two will consume a significant amount of your device's battery. The best thing you can do is stick with one and take the necessary precautions so that you can save as much battery life as you possibly can.

2. Android is Too Complicated for Beginners

There are a number of users who think that Android is just too complicated and that they will have to struggle just to get the hang of it. Steve Ballmer's 2011 words didn't help when he said that you have to be a computer scientist to use it. The key is to start with simple tasks first, and then once you have mastered that, move onto more complicated things. Never try to do something you are not ready for. If you do run into something complex and you can't figure out, a Google search along with a couple of video tutorials should probably do the trick.

3. Task Killers are Greatly Needed for Android

We have all heard different forms of argument whether task killers are needed or not, but the reality is they could actually be harming your device. Task killers only tell you how much memory they are freeing up and don't tell you the number of CPU cycles the app uses. What's important here is the CPU and not the memory since it's the CPU that makes your device to act sluggish. You will actually be slowing down your Android device with these task killers since some of the apps you kill will start back up again, using your device's CPU.

4. Android is Infested With Malware

It's not true that the synonym for Android is malware. It's an open-source platform, but that doesn't mean that your device will be infected with malware the first five minutes you start using it. Android is secure enough, however there are some things you need to do (or don't do) to avoid your Android device from being infected with malware. Whenever you download an app and you feel that it's asking for too many permissions, say no to it and try to find another one. Always try to download apps from the Google Play Store and try to install a reliable security app. Do not click on suspicious emails or links while navigating using your device.

5. Android Lags or Crashes More Than iOS

You may have also heard that Android crashes and lags more than the competition. In the beginning, Android did lag, but which system didn't, right? When using Android you are more likely to experience crashes and lags right after downloading a new build of an app or getting a new version of Android.

The main factors as to why your Android device has these problems is because of excessive manufacturer customization to the software, not enough hardware power, and poorly optimized third-party apps. But if you are using a device with enough power and apps from the right sources, there's nothing you should worry about.

The Long-term Pros and Cons of Being a Tech Savvy Business Owner

Of course, this pertains to small or medium business (SMB) owners since large businesses normally have their own IT department and aren't necessarily owned by multi-billionaire tech savvy people, unless you're Bill Gates or Mark Zuckerberg.

If you run traditional business, you may have your hands already full with productions and distribution, purchasing, marketing and selling, HR management, and accounting and finance. As an SMB owner, you may not have an in-depth understanding of any of these fields or any have a good grasp of some of them, so if HR came to you and talked about a new labor law, with a sufficient explanation you could make the best decision.

However, to run a modern IT company, you really need to be tech savvy. In fact, it would be better if you were both tech savvy and a degree holder in any computer related course. Naturally, it's understandable that if you're not tech savvy and a degree holder in any computer related course. Naturally, it's understandable that if you're not tech savvy you'll have a hard time hiring or assembling IT team and employees who will become the bread and butter of the business. While you can always hire a consultant to do it for you, you won't even be able to evaluate the quality of their advice. It's hard to make cost effective decisions when you have no idea what's really going on.

However, in the long run, there are still pros and cons of being a tech savvy SMB owner.

The Pros:

You Can Run the Business with no Blindfolds
Being a business owner of an IT company and not being tech or IT-savvy will be like running a business blindfolded. But if you're tech savvy, you can easily sit through IT staff meetings without a blank look on your face. And you won't be stumbling in the dark because:

• You know why the technology works.
• You know how the technology works.
• You know which technology works.

So, instead of being a naive business owner who gets taken for a ride by consultants and IT employees, you will be able to make informed decisions rather than running your business with blindfolds.

You Can Communication With You IT Team

If you have a computer science degree, you will get a broad understanding and have intelligent and meaningful conversations with the members of your IT team. You can easily talk to your whole IT team regardless of position or task and discuss everything from designing, modifications, customizing, problems, solutions, installations, security, and the like.

You Avoid Expensive Business Blunders

Technology is too complicated for any one person to be familiar with all its specialties, but the knowledge gap between a non-technical person and technical person is an immense gulf.

Just a Couple of Cons:

You Earn What You Earn

You have no assurance of a regular salary and compensation. It all depends on you, your business, your clients, your market, and your business offering. The small business owner doesn't have an employer setting a stable compensation plan. There is no real assurance of how much you'll have next month. So as a tech savvy person, you still need to study other non-IT stuff like marketing, inviting investors, business and finance, etc.

You Depend on Yourself Too Much for Tech Support

You may be a tech savvy owner, and you may think that because of this and the fact that all your employees are IT or tech savvy, you won't need tech support. However, not unless you, the proprietor, an IT graduate or computer hardware engineer, being a computer support professional is far different from being a web developer or systems analyst. Being subscribed to a tech support company will, in the short and long run of things, greatly benefit you business since you can't afford to have regular tech support staff. Having tech support will be one of the best tech savvy decisions you will be doing for your company.