Category: advanced protection

Google’s advanced hacking protection comes to Nest devices

Post author By Randall
Post date June 1, 2020
Categories In advanced protection, advanced protection program, gear, Google, Home, household, Internet, Nest, News, Security, smart home, Tech

[ad_1] Google’s Advanced Protection Program hasn’t been very accommodating of smart homes so far — you’ve had to forego Nest devices if you wanted those additional safeguards. It won’t be a problem from now on, though. The internet giant has enabled Advanced Protection for Google accounts on Nest devices, making it possible to use a […]

Google makes it easier to sign up for advanced hacking protection

Post author By Randall
Post date January 15, 2020
Categories In 2fa, advanced protection, advanced protection program, gear, Google, hacking, Internet, Mobile, Security, Tech, two-factor authentication

[ad_1] As before, the sign-in requires a Bluetooth connection between the ‘key’ and sign-in device in order to thwart remote account hijacks. You can register a backup key as a safeguard in case you lose your phone. Advanced Protection was primarily designed for political figures, celebrities, journalists and others who are more likely to be […]