Google Adds New Layer Of Security
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Google is making it tougher for hackers
Google, Inc. is making it harder for computer hackers and other imposters to break into e-mail accounts and other password-protected services. An additional sercurity measure introduced last month will require typing a six-digit code after an account holder's Google password is entered. The codes will be sent to people's mobile phones.
That means it will take more than a password to get into an account, at least the first time that an attempted login is made from a particular computer. After logging in, users can ask Google to remember that their identiy has been verified on that device, and sercurity codes won't be required to get ito the account again.
The systems similar to that employed by some banks for online account access. The extra protection initially will be offered to companies and government agencies subscribing to a Google service that provides e-mail and other office applications. Google also is offering the added sercurity to schools that rely on Google to run their e-mail systems.
People using Google's free Gmail service will have the opportunity of making the sercurity codes a part of their login process withn the next few months.
That means it will take more than a password to get into an account, at least the first time that an attempted login is made from a particular computer. After logging in, users can ask Google to remember that their identiy has been verified on that device, and sercurity codes won't be required to get ito the account again.
The systems similar to that employed by some banks for online account access. The extra protection initially will be offered to companies and government agencies subscribing to a Google service that provides e-mail and other office applications. Google also is offering the added sercurity to schools that rely on Google to run their e-mail systems.
People using Google's free Gmail service will have the opportunity of making the sercurity codes a part of their login process withn the next few months.
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Consumers are as happy they've ever been with their computers, and those Apple computer owners are the most pleased, a new survey says.
The American Customer Satisfaction Index score for personal computers, which is part of a larger survey that also includes consumer sentiments on home elecctronics, totaled 78 of 100 for the past 12 months. That is up 3 pooints from the previous year's score and higher than any other year but the baseline 1994 score.
Apple, Inc. scored the highest for the seventh stright year earning 86 points. That's up 2 points from last year and is Apple's highest score thus far. Most makers of Windows based computers also saw scores improve. ACSI gives at least partial credit to Windows 7, the newest version of Microsoft Corp.'s computer operating software.
Dell, Inc. scored 77 points, up 2 points from the previous year. Hewlett-Packard Co. scored 77 points for its HP-brand computers, up 3 points from last year, and 74 points for its Compaq brand computer, which is the brand I am using to create this lens.
A category that lumps together smaller computer makers like Sony Corp., Panasonic, and Toshiba Corp. scored 77 points, rising 3 points from the previous year. Source: Gannett
The American Customer Satisfaction Index score for personal computers, which is part of a larger survey that also includes consumer sentiments on home elecctronics, totaled 78 of 100 for the past 12 months. That is up 3 pooints from the previous year's score and higher than any other year but the baseline 1994 score.
Apple, Inc. scored the highest for the seventh stright year earning 86 points. That's up 2 points from last year and is Apple's highest score thus far. Most makers of Windows based computers also saw scores improve. ACSI gives at least partial credit to Windows 7, the newest version of Microsoft Corp.'s computer operating software.
Dell, Inc. scored 77 points, up 2 points from the previous year. Hewlett-Packard Co. scored 77 points for its HP-brand computers, up 3 points from last year, and 74 points for its Compaq brand computer, which is the brand I am using to create this lens.
A category that lumps together smaller computer makers like Sony Corp., Panasonic, and Toshiba Corp. scored 77 points, rising 3 points from the previous year. Source: Gannett
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flinnie
May 14, 2012 @ 8:43 pm | delete
- Hi I am glad to learn this, thanks for sharing.
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sukkran Apr 11, 2012 @ 10:14 pm | delete
- Yes google do great things. we used to collect viruses, malware, spyware, or a fake security center of some type. but really, it's not easy now. we have still got a few but these days when even hotmail, yahoo and other free mail and ISP mail, are all scanning attachments by default, it's pretty damn hard to get infected. the days of email viruses are gone. Long gone! thanks for your interesting and useful information about google's new security measures.
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JaguarJulie Jan 26, 2012 @ 9:08 am | delete
- Good to hear! I have a brother-in-law who works with a top internet technology company actually working on cyber security.
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Phillyfreeze69
Jan 26, 2012 @ 5:56 pm | delete
- JaguarJulie, thanks for visiting and commenting. Protecting ones identity from theft is an on going task that requires up to date antivirus software that can offer a frontline of defense against some of the viruses, malware and spyware. However, we must do our part by not giving out too much personal information when surfing the internet. Thanks for liking and have a great week!
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VKumar
Jan 24, 2012 @ 1:09 pm | delete
- Very informative and well presented, the Lens make a very interesting reading. Great share.
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domain19
Jan 20, 2012 @ 8:26 am | delete
- nice lens... thanks for share... :D
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Phillyfreeze69
Jan 14, 2012 @ 1:10 pm | delete
- ajgodinho, Google has invested a lot of its reources in making sure our search queries are as secure and relevant as possible...however, we have to do our part by incorporating due diligence when surfing the web.
Having some type of antivirus installed( some can be downloaded for free) is a must to offer some type of protection from Malware, Spyware, and Viruses. Thanks for your visit and comment.
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ajgodinho Jan 14, 2012 @ 12:58 pm | delete
- With hackers often trying to stay ahead of the game, it's important that companies as well as individual users do their part in making it difficult for hackers to infiltrate and gain access to sensitive personal information. It's good to see an additional layer of security.
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dellgirl
Jan 9, 2012 @ 3:59 pm | delete
- Great lens, very helpful information. Thank you for sharing this.
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Phillyfreeze69
Jan 9, 2012 @ 6:47 pm | delete
- dellgirl,
Thanks for visiting and likingof my lens...appreciate it and hope you have wonderful and prosperous 2012!
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sousababy
Nov 1, 2011 @ 6:58 pm | delete
- I agree, Google + has more credibility (in my opinion). Thanks for sharing even more info.
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Phillyfreeze69
Nov 2, 2011 @ 12:04 am | delete
- sousababy, Google + has the resources to help users of their various products to incorporate some level of security for their online experience. However, as consumers we must still be vigilant and cautious with our personal information online.
Google can only do so much!...thanks for visiting,liking and commenting. Have a great week.
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SereneSea Aug 27, 2011 @ 8:17 pm | delete
- Very interesting initiative from Google for security.
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Phillyfreeze69
Aug 28, 2011 @ 5:13 am | delete
- Hi SereneSea, Google has so many "connected" services from video, (Youtube), email( gmail.com) and search(Yahoo) that it is imperative that the security features be across all platforms. Thanks for visiting and commenting.
Have a great week.
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Timewarp
Jul 18, 2011 @ 9:57 pm | delete
- Interesting, these security updates should also make google+ more secure.
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Phillyfreeze69
Jul 19, 2011 @ 5:11 pm | delete
- Timewarp, thanks for your visit and comment. One of the most important things Google + has going for it is that it is simply apart of Google. Google + simply adds features(including security features) on top of it.
If you have a Google account i someways, you are already a member of Google +...have a great week!
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Ladymermaid
Jan 1, 2011 @ 12:38 pm | delete
- Hmmm? Some very interesting Internet trivia...I learned a couple new facts today. Best wishes for a wonderful 2011.
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Phillyfreeze69
Jan 1, 2011 @ 10:47 pm | delete
- Hi Ladymermaid, thanks or stopping by. Identity theft continues to be one of the most threatening activities for our security along with spyware, malware, and all the other viruses.
Google's new initiative will be helpul but we still must do our part!...hope you have a wonderul and prosperous New Year!
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sponias
Dec 30, 2010 @ 10:48 am | delete
- Thank you for this information! Here in Greece where I live there is a bank that uses a similar system, sending us our code in our cellular. We cannot access our account only with our user name and password. We have to insert also the code we'll immediately receive in our cellular once we click on ?continue'. I didn't like this complication, but now I realize that it guarantees our safety. Hackers are able to make many damages. We are not protected at all online, and this is why we must care about our security.
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Phillyfreeze69
Dec 30, 2010 @ 3:47 pm | delete
- So true Sponias, just a little tweaking can make a BIG difference our online sercurity activities. One of my favorite security question is "what is your pet name?" or "what is your mothers maiden name?"...only I would know the anwser and that makes me feel more secure online. Have a great week.
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