12-07-2013, 03:14 PM
Design and Implementation of Improved Authentication System for Android Smartphone Users
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Abstract
The devices most often used for IT services are
changing from PCs and laptops to smartphones and tablets.
These devices need to be small for increased portability. These
technologies are convenient, but as the devices start to contain
increasing amounts of important personal information, better
security is required. Security systems are rapidly being
developed, as well as solutions such as remote control systems.
However, even with these solutions, major problems could still
result after a mobile device is lost. In this thesis, we present our
upgraded Lock Screen system, which is able to support
authentication for the user’s convenience and provide a good
security system for smartphones. We also suggest an upgraded
authentication system for Android smartphones.
INTRODUCTION
The number of smartphone users is rapidly increasing
worldwide, especially the number of Android OS users.
Because of this phenomenon, Home Launcher was
developed to support user convenience. Users can download
Home Launchers from the Android Market; the most
commonly used ones are ADW Launcher, Launcher Pro, and
GO Launcher. These systems provide convenience but not
good security. The Home Launchers currently on the market
do not use authentication methods as in Android OS and as
developed by smartphone companies. Accordingly, Home
Launchers need to have authentication methods to provide
better security and convenience [1, 2, 3]. In this thesis, we
will analyze the problems with the current Home Launchers’
Lock Screens and suggest an upgraded authentication system
for Android smartphones.
CONCLUSION
In this thesis, we analyzed the problems in current Home
Launchers’ Lock Screens and suggested improving the
authentication systems for Android smartphones. By
dividing the mode of entry into the authentication system, we
improved the user’s convenience and security power.
Android is being installed in tablets and many other IT
devices that require good security systems. The use of our
improved authentication system ensures protection of
personal information.