The Absolute Beginners Guide to Cybersecurity 2023 - Part 4 - Two-Factor Authentications

The video tutorial explains two-factor authentication (2FA), its variations, and its importance in enhancing security. It addresses criticisms, particularly of SMS-based 2FA, and demonstrates practical examples of setting up 2FA on Google and Bank of America accounts. The tutorial also covers popular authenticator apps like Google Authenticator and LastPass, as well as hardware authenticators like UB key, emphasizing their role in securing online accounts.

What steps are involved in enabling two step verification on a Google account?

What are some recommended authenticator apps for two factor authentication?

What is the function of hardware authenticators like the UB key?