With the increasing use of mobiles and other hand held devices, Wi-fi networks and the internet the menace of viruses in software is slowly but surely spreading. In order to check the inflow of viruses in next generation mobile devices, companies have now decided to offer anti-virus solutions with their smart phones.

Handset makers such as Nokia have begun to offer anti-virus solutions with their smart phones. Experts predict that, soon, handsets will come `bundled' with anti-virus software just as personal computers and laptops are now offered with basic anti-virus.

Experts believe that security over Internet on mobiles is not being given the importance it deserves as most of the threats go undetected on mobile phones. Users are unaware of the danger and usually bypass the warning signs, in the form of messages or questions and install viruses.

By this year end, the Indian cellular subscriber base is forecast to cross the 200 million user mark.