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I moved every 2FA code out of Google and Microsoft Authenticator, and losing my phone isn’t a disaster anymore

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I moved every 2FA code out of Google and Microsoft Authenticator, and losing my phone isn’t a disaster anymore – xda-developers.com

That’s the big problem here, but thankfully, there’s a solution. Bitwarden offers a built-in way to enter your 2FA codes directly into your browser, and with a self-hosted Vaultwarden instance, everything lives with in my own house.

Google, How it works, Tips

Google Lens solved 5 oddly specific problems that would have taken me ages to Google

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Google Lens solved 5 oddly specific problems that would have taken me ages to Google – howtogeek.com
I’m generally pretty good at finding what I need on Google with the right words. But every now and then, I run into a question where I don’t quite know the right vocabulary to type into a search bar, or where it would take a paragraph to explain what I’m looking for.

How it works, Tips, Windows

– How do I use the Windows multiple copy clipboard

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How do I use the Windows multiple-copy clipboard – Google Search

To use the multiple-copy clipboard in Windows 10 or 11, press the Windows key + V to open the clipboard history, click Turn on if prompted, and then copy multiple items using Ctrl + C as normal. Press Windows key + V anytime to view and select which item to paste. How to use clipboard history in Windows 11  
How to Enable Clipboard History
  • Open Settings by pressing the Windows key + I.
  • Go to System and select Clipboard.
  • Toggle on Clipboard history.
  • Alternatively, press the Windows key + V, then click Turn on when the prompt appears.
    Using the clipboard 
    How to Copy and Paste Multiple Items

    • Copy your items one by one using Ctrl + C (or right-click and choose Copy) for text, links, or images up to 4 MB.
    • Click inside the document, email, or text box where you want to paste.
    • Press the Windows key + V to open your saved list.
    • Click on any previous item in the menu to paste it. 
      How to Manage Your Clipboard

      • Pin items: Click the three dots next to an item and select the pin icon so it stays saved even if you restart your PC.
      • Delete items: Click the three dots next to a specific entry and select the trash can icon to remove it.
      • Clear all: Click Clear all inside the Windows + V menu to wipe unpinned history.
      • Sync across devices: Turn on Sync across your devices in Settings > System > Clipboard to access copied text across signed-in computers.
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      – What do you recommend for computer and online security?

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      The Senior Tech Group recommends a core set of online security practices and software choices, centered on built-in tools, smart habits, and regular maintenance. 
      Recommended Security Software
        • Primary Anti-Malware: I recommend Windows Security as the primary, free, built-in choice for most users because it updates automatically, has a low performance impact, and avoids aggressive upsells or ads. 
        • Third-Party Alternatives: Most home users don’t need third-party antivirus programs like Bitdefender, ESET, Malwarebytes, Avast, and Webroot.
        • Firewall & Routing: A hardware Network Address Translation (NAT) router is generally recommended to handle network-level firewall protection.  All home routers include this function.

      Core Online Security Steps

        • Updates: Enable automatic software and operating system updates everywhere to patch security vulnerabilities quickly. 
        • Passwords and Authentication: Use unique, long passwords (such as combining three or four unrelated words) paired with a password manager, and turn on multi-factor authentication (MFA / 2FA) on all supported accounts.
        • Backups: Maintain regular, complete data backups.
        • Skepticism and Education: Exercise caution with unverified email attachments, unexpected or unsolicited remote-access requests, and phishing links. 
        • Connections: Secure home Wi-Fi with strong encryption (WPA2 or better) and use encrypted connections or avoid unencrypted public Wi-Fi hotspots. 

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