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Enjoying today’s spooky holiday? Here are some fun Halloween apps to add to your
celebration.

The Best Halloween Apps of 2024 Halloween is one of the best parts of the Fall season. These Halloween apps will get you into the spirit and make the most of the holiday.

What is Multifactor Authentication?

Logging into a device or application requires something you know - typically a username and a password or passcode. Two-factor (requiring a password and one other thing) and multi-factor (requiring at least a password and one or more other things) authentications require something you have to the something you know - usually physical possession of a smartphone to receive a text or an application code. Everything you add that someone needs to successfully log into your account makes it that much harder for a malicious actor to gain access.

Of course, there's a balance to all of this. The more complications you add to logging into your accounts, the more complex it becomes for you to log in yourself. There are some nifty ways to simplify this process. Stay tuned or reach out to learn more!

What do strong passwords look like?

1. Long - in fact, possibly longer than you realize! Your password should be at least 16 characters long, although it's worth noting that some sites still limit you to 12 characters.
2. Random - a string of mixed case letters, numbers, symbols or a passphrase of 4-7 random words.
3. Unique - don't share your password across websites.

If this sounds like a lot of work, don't despair! There are tools that make managing passwords a breeze. If you'd like to learn more, stay tuned or reach out to us!

Do you have “energy vampires” in your home? Unplug these gadgets to lower utility
costs and avoid unnecessary energy waste.

Unplug These ‘Energy Vampires’ to Avoid Energy Waste and Save on Utility Bills Some of your electronics increase utility costs even when not in use. Here's what you need to know to save the energy.