The Beginners 2022 Cyber Security Awareness Training Course - 2-Factor Authentication Part I

The video tutorial explains the importance of two-factor authentication (2FA) in enhancing online security. It covers the three authentication factors: something you know (password), something you have (phone or security key), and something you are (biometric data). The tutorial highlights the risks of using weak passwords and how 2FA can mitigate these risks by requiring an additional authentication factor. It provides a step-by-step guide on setting up 2FA on Facebook and discusses the benefits and challenges of using 2FA, including the vulnerabilities of SMS-based authentication and the advantages of using authentication apps.

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