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Duke DIY: How to Set Up Multi-factor Authentication

Set up your computer for extra security

Multi-factor authentication, also referred to as advanced or two-factor authentication, provides an additional layer of security when logging in or performing transactions online.

When logging in, a user is required to enter a password and also authenticate using a second factor, typically a phone or hardware token.

The IT Security Office strongly recommends multi-factor authentication for access to critical systems or systems storing sensitive data.

For more information and to sign up, visit Duke's Office of Information Technology website.