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Password Management

Use 1Password for great password hygiene!

• Signup for 1Password free 30-day trial
• Download 1Password for macOS, Windows, iOS, Android
• 1Password Watchtower alerts
• 1Password for Families

For the skeptics:

• 1Password’s Security Detail
• What if 1Password gets hacked?

2-Step or Multi-Factor Authentication

Add an extra layer of security to your accounts. Simply Google “[insert website or app name] setup 2-step.” Keep in mind, you will be logged out of the account on all your devices.

Antivirus and Malware Protection

• Highly recommend Malwarebytes for both Mac and PC

Backup Your Computer to a Hard-Drive

• Time Machine Backups for Mac
• Backup and Restore in Windows 10
• Hard-drives we love: G-Technology 1TB G-Drive mobile SSD

Backup Your Computer to your personal Cloud

• Setup a free trial with Backblaze 

Cleanup Apps on Computer (completely!):

• Download AppCleaner for Mac
• Repair or remove programs in Windows 10

Protect your Mac’s hard-drive:

• Setup a firmware password – be sure to store this in your 1Password
• Turn on Find My Mac to remotely wipe if stolen

Home Network Security

Reset the admin password on your home modem. This is the password on your equipment NOT your WiFi. Instructions are on usually on a sticker on the side of your modem or you can search “reset admin password for modem [insert model number]”

• Reset Comcast modem admin password
• Reset CenturyLink modem admin password
• Be sure to also change the default password for all your other smart devices