How To Set Up 2FA For Linux Desktop Logins For Added Security
ZDNET, Tuesday, February 18th, 2025
If you want to add an extra layer of security to your Linux desktop operating system, it can be done in just a couple of minutes.
By design, Linux is about as secure an operating system as you'll find. However, that level of security doesn't mean there aren't steps you can take to make it more secure.
One thing you can do is enable two-factor authentication (2FA) for desktop logins. With this feature added to the process, you tap a six-digit code you retrieve from an authenticator app on your phone to log in to services and your user password.