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> Are keyloggers and the like blown out of proportion Keyloggers and password reuse are a real-world security issue. Two-factor authentication provides an extr
by DrewHintz 16y ago
> Are keyloggers and the like blown out of proportion
Keyloggers and password reuse are a real-world security issue. Two-factor authentication provides an extra level of protection against them.
> being locked out of your account/domain .... for most small players/home users?
The final step of configuring two-factor verification provides you with a list of one-time codes you can print. This provides a back-up way of having codes in case your phone is lost. You can keep these printed codes some place safe like your wallet or safety deposit box.
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