The upcoming Asus ROG Ally handheld gaming PC is expected to have a “custom” AMD processor that’s closely related to the as-yet-unannounced Ryzen 7 7840U. GPD has a few models in the works that will have the non-custom version of that same processor. And now it looks like rival AYA could be planning to launch […]
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Lilbits: AMD, Apple schedule announcements
Apple is holding an event next week, when the company is expected to introduce its next-gen iPad and Apple Watch. We’ll probably have to wait another month for iPhone news. That’s the same month we expect to learn more about Google’s Pixel 4a 5G and Pixel 5 (or maybe Pixel 5s), although they most likely […]
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Lilbits 338: Multi-factor security
You may already be using multi-factor authentication to login to some devices or services. Your bank may send you a text message with a security code when you attempt to login to its website. I use a smartphone app that gives me a code to use when logging into Google, LastPass, or a handful of […]
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7 Comments on Google to sell Titan Security key hardware for 2-factor authentication on computers and mobile devices
Google to sell Titan Security key hardware for 2-factor authentication on computers and mobile devices
7 Comments on Google to sell Titan Security key hardware for 2-factor authentication on computers and mobile devicesThis week Krebs on Security reported that none of Google’s more than 85 thousand employees had fallen prey to phishing attacks since early 2017. That’s when the company issued physical security keys for 2-factor authentication (2FA) to all of its employees. Now Google plans to begin selling its own security keys to businesses and individuals. […]
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Google Security Key prevents anyone from using your account without a USB key
Want to make sure nobody can access your Google account without your permission? Make sure to choose a secure password. Want to really make sure your account is safe? Enable 2-step authentication. Now even if someone has your password, they can’t login unless they also have a code that’s sent to your phone or other device via […]