Enable Two-Factor Authentication for Enhanced Security

[Sfayson1]

Description:

Security is paramount in the digital realm, and enabling Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) on GitHub is a significant step towards safeguarding your account. This ticket guides you through the process of setting up 2FA to enhance your account's security.

Tasks:

1. Research:

   • Understand the importance of Two-Factor Authentication from GitHub's documentation.
   • Research the two types of 2FA GitHub offers: SMS-based and Authenticator App-based.

2. Enable 2FA:

   • Navigate to the Settings of your GitHub account.
   • Under the Security tab, find and click on the "Enable two-factor authentication" button.
   • Choose your preferred method of 2FA (SMS or Authenticator App) and follow the on-screen instructions to set it up.

3. Document the Process:

   • Write a brief summary of the steps you took to enable 2FA in the Git and GitHub module.
   • Include any challenges you faced and how you overcame them.

4. Discussion:

   • Initiate a discussion in the Git and GitHub module under the Discussions tab titled "Two-Factor Authentication Setup".
   • Share your experience, any tips or insights you discovered during the setup, and encourage others to share theirs.

5. Reflection:

   • Reflect on the importance of security and how 2FA contributes to it.
   • Update the Git and GitHub module, under a section titled 'Security Measures', with a brief note on your takeaways from this task.

Acceptance Criteria:

• Two-Factor Authentication successfully enabled on your GitHub account.
• A summary of the process documented in the Git and GitHub module.
• A discussion thread titled "Two-Factor Authentication Setup" initiated with your experience shared.
• An updated section 'Security Measures' in the Git and GitHub module reflecting your takeaways from this task.

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Note: Ensure to store your recovery codes in a secure place as suggested by GitHub during the setup process.