With cloud services and centralized computing, users are now able to login with a single account to any Microsoft production. When logged in users are provided with multiple features (Onedrive, Office365, Outlook.com, etc.), a number of applications and multimedia platforms. Being able to access these resources in various ways (Smartphone, tablet, PC), clearly demonstrates why Microsoft has provided a two-step verification that protects the integrity of your data.
Below are a few simple steps that will provide you dual verification for your Microsoft account:
- Login to your Outlook.com account.
- Under the section “Security info helps keep your account secure” check to see if any info is missing, if so click “Add security”.
- Click on the “Set up Two-Step Verification” Link.
- Follow the forms on the page and click “Done” to complete.
- You may be asked to provide verification through SMS or an alternate email address.
Enabling two-step verification is simple and can provide end users with the assurance that their data and information is protected.
