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Should You Use Facebook or Google to Log In to Other Sites?

Should You Use Facebook or Google to Log In to Other Sites? – By Talon Homer computer.howstuffworks.com
When you’re considering creating a new account for a website, chances are you’ll be given an option to use your existing Facebook, Google or other account as a sign-in. This method is commonly known as single sign-on (SSO). Facebook and Google connectivity are the most common offers but some services add Apple, Twitter and LinkedIn accounts as well.


Think Twice Before Using Facebook, Google, or Apple to Sign In Everywhere – By Lily Hay Newman WIRED
If you’re drowning in website logins and constantly using Forgot My Password prompts to get into random accounts, a “Log In With Google” or “Log In With Facebook” button can look a lot like a lifeline. The services provide a quick way to continue whatever you’re doing without having to set up a whole account and choose a new password to guard it. But while these “single sign-on” tools are convenient, and do offer some security benefits, they’re not the panacea you might think.


Should You Use Facebook or Google to Log In to Other Sites? – By Natasha Stokes techlicious.com
We’re all used to seeing “Log in with Facebook” or “Log in with Google” at sites around the Internet — or less frequently, an offer to log in with Twitter, LinkedIn or Pinterest. It’s a common option at news sites like CNN.com and the UK’s Guardian newspaper, music streaming services such as Spotify and tens of thousands of other online retailers, apps and games.

How to take astrophotography photos and time-lapses on Pixel phones

How to take astrophotography photos and time-lapses on Pixel phones – By Edgar Cervantes Android Authority

Pixel phones are known for their excellent cameras and computational photography. But AI improvements aren’t exclusive to general shots. Google’s algorithmic magic also makes interesting features like astrophotography mode possible. Shooting in astrophotography mode isn’t as easy as picking a mode and shooting, though. It’s a bit of a hidden feature, so we’re creating this tutorial for shooting astrophotography photos and time-lapses on Pixel phones.

Google Chrome 106 is here

Google Chrome 106 is here: Everything that’s new – By Manuel Vonau Android Police
Google continues its rapid release cycle with Chrome version 106, which has just launched in stable as the company has announced. Given the incredibly fast four-week release cycle, the company doesn’t always add too many new things to its browser, though, so we will walk you through all the small changes you might be hard-pressed to make out in the new version.

 

Yes, You Really Need a Password Manger

Yes, You Really Need a Password Manger. Here’s How to Get Started – By See full CNET
It may sound like more trouble than it’s worth, but every one of your online accounts needs a unique password constructed out of capital and lowercase letters, numbers and symbols. (Yes, using “password123” for everything isn’t going to cut it.) As tempting as it may be, using one easy-to-remember code for all of your accounts can jeopardize your online security, and you definitely don’t want to make yourself an easy target for cybercriminals.

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