Google is going to start enrolling all of its users in two-step verification, if they haven’t set it up already. Will it come as a shock to some? Sure. But that’s fine; the surprise will fade away, ...

After reading my article on taking precautions when using Gmail, Bill Snyder asked about accessing Gmail on other programs and devices. As I explained in the previous article, Google’s 2-step ...

Google urges all Gmail users to activate 2-step verification and add a passkey to safeguard their accounts right away. A major security update is rolling out for Gmail users. If you haven’t changed ...

Creating strong passwords is fine, but you can add an extra layer of security to your Google account by enabling two-factor authentication. Adding Two-Step Verification makes it seemingly difficult ...

Matt Elliott is a senior editor at CNET with a focus on laptops and streaming services. Matt has more than 20 years of experience testing and reviewing laptops. He has worked for CNET in New York and ...

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