Cybersecurity: Passwords and 2-Factor Authentication

Mar 16 10:00 am — 11:00 am

Event Details

If you think your password is enough to protect your online account, think again! In this webinar we will investigate the use of multi-factor authentication to secure your most important accounts: email, banking, and social media.

Multi-factor authentication (also known as two-factor authentication) is using “something you have” – like your smartphone – in addition to “something you know” – like your password. Come explore the ins and outs of taking your cybersecurity to the next level and protecting what’s most important to you and your business.

Topics Covered:

  • What is multi-factor authentication
  • How multi-factor authentication can keep your accounts safe
  • How multi-factor authentication can be used on your business accounts

Who Should Attend

Entrepreneurs and small business owners who care about protecting their online information and accounts.

Cost: FREE 

Available only in English

About the Presenter

Tom Jacobson has been helping local non-profits, small businesses, and individuals in Mendocino County with cybersecurity since 2014. Tom has presented a number of webinars for West Center on topics such as password management, common internet scams and how to avoid them, and general cybersecurity best practices for small businesses.

The information provided in this webinar and any supplementary materials provided to registrants are intended for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute professional financial or legal advice. No registrant should act or fail to act on the basis of any material contained in this webinar without obtaining proper financial, legal or other professional advice specific to their situation. The Northern CaliforniaSmall Business Development Center, and its host, the HSU Sponsored Programs Foundation, specifically disclaims any liability, loss or risk, personal or otherwise, which is incurred as a consequence, directly or indirectly, of the use and application of any of the information presented in this webinar. By registering for this webinar you acknowledge and agree that you have read, understood, accept and agree to the above disclaimer and that under no circumstances shall the Northern California Small Business Development Center or it’s host, the HSU Sponsored Programs Foundation, be held liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any kind or nature arising out of or in any way related to the information provided in this webinar and/or the registrant’s use of or reliance on said information.