Which of the following is the recommended primary method by GitHub for configuring Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) on your account?

The correct answer is B. Time-based one-time password (TOTP) applicationright. GitHub recommends using a TOTP authentication app, such as Google Authenticator or Authy, as the primary method for Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) because it provides stronger security than SMS-based authentication. TOTP generates time-sensitive one-time codes that are used…

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Options

AEmail-based verification
BTime-based one-time password (TOTP) applicationright
CSMS text messages
DGitHub security alerts

How the community answered

(18 responses)

A
6% (1)
B
89% (16)
D
6% (1)

Explanation

GitHub recommends using a TOTP authentication app, such as Google Authenticator or Authy, as the primary method for Two-Factor Authentication (2FA) because it provides stronger security than SMS-based authentication. TOTP generates time-sensitive one-time codes that are used alongside your password to verify your identity, helping protect your account from unauthorized Option B is CORRECT because GitHub strongly recommends using a TOTP app (such as Google Authenticator, Authy, or 1Password) for 2FA due to its higher reliability and security compared to SMS. https://docs.github.com/en/authentication/securing-your-account-with-two-factor-authentication- 2fa/configuring-two-factor-authentication

Topics

#Two-Factor Authentication#Account Security#TOTP

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