New Security Features Added To Microsoft Accounts
Microsoft continues to strength the security of Microsoft accounts.__Most recently the Redmond software giant added the highly requested two step verification feature in April. The features revealed today were based on user feedback._ New security features for Microsoft Account include: Recent activity You can now view your sign-ins and other account activities. The page displays different types of activity, including successful and unsuccessful sign-ins, the addition and deletion of security information and more. For each type of activity the kind of device and browser used is shown, what location the request came from including a map from Bing. If a user sees something suspicious, there’s an easy “This wasn’t me” button that will help the user take steps to protect their account. Microsoft uses this information to help fine tune their protection mechanisms. You can read more about the new recent activity page here. Recovery codes In the rare event two step authentication fails_Microsoft has added the ability to create a secure recovery code, which can be used to regain...http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/msftnws/~4/DXB7AsScmMs
