I have all but moved on from password to passkeys, where possible, as a safer alternative to typing a long string of characters. But there's a caveat: if someone gains physical access to your computer ...

Dave Lieber I was confused. Kept seeing mention of a security “key” offered on some of my favorite websites—Microsoft, Google, YouTube and Facebook, to name a few. I wasn’t sure if I should use it.

For those looking to beef up their security, a physical Apple ID Security Key is perfect for keeping any unwanted eyes of ...

Enhance your Windows 11 security by using a USB security key. You can either buy a physical key like YubiKey or convert a regular USB drive into a security key using software like USB Raptor. This ...

Which security keys are best? A computer security key can help protect your online accounts. Safe online practices are the first line of defense against potential problems, but employing multi-factor ...

An Apple ID can be the key that unlocks your cloud treasure–but if it’s in the wrong hands, it can allow an interloper to destroy memories and contacts, access your financial information through ...

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Apple rolled out hardware security key support in iOS 16.3, but what are they, and should you consider using them? Watch my hands-on video walkthrough as I explain why Apple added hardware security ...

Hardware security keys are the gold standard for locking down your accounts. Like the related passkey technology, they can thwart phishing attacks, too. Stephen Shankland worked at CNET from 1998 to ...