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gfunkdave May 1, 2012 4:04 am


Originally Posted by SRQ Guy (Post 18487650)
I just started using it after reading this thread. I'm not yet 100% sold on it. It definitely makes my Google account safer from hacking, but it adds a hassle factor.

That's frequently the trade off: extra security causes extra hassle. This is why do many people take shortcuts and wonder why they have been hacked.

traveltuna May 1, 2012 4:14 pm

Super helpful... thanks for taking the time to tip us off!

fredl May 10, 2012 1:09 am

I rely on Googles 2-step verification. On my primary work computer I have Firefox set to "Ask website not to track me" and the result of that is that I receive a new text every time I close and reopen the browser. Two times I have had to use the emergency codes I carry in my wallet.

I wish apple would introduce a similar 2-step verification for Apple ID:s. I am a bit troubled with iClouds backups being accessible with only an e-mail and simple(ish) passwords. Since you have to enter the apple id password so often I keep it manageable. The best route to take here is perhaps to create a new apple-id for iCloud and use a real beast of a password there.


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