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Twitter has announced that it is adding an extra security measure to users’ accounts in an effort to prevent unauthorized logins. Twitter stated in its official blog post that in addition to the standard password, users will now have to ...
Twitter has announced that it is adding an extra security measure to users’ accounts in an effort to prevent unauthorized logins. Twitter stated in its official blog post that in addition to the standard password, users will now have to give a secondary password to the social networking giant as well. The secondary password will be sent to the user’s mobile device as an added security measure. This implies that users will need to possess not only their regular password, but they would also be requiring the appropriate registered mobile device in order to access their Twitter account. For people who sign up for the two-step verification service, Twitter will send a six-digit code using a text message each time they sign in to Twitter.com. Twitter will ask users for a verification code each time they log out and log back in, even if it’s from the same computer. The others internet giants that have two-step verification for their users allow you to bypass that if you are using the same computer or device regularly. Twitter users can sign up for two-step verification under their account settings. To do this, Twitter will ask for either a confirmed email address associated with the account or a phone number that’s been verified. After a quick test to confirm that your phone can receive messages from Twitter, you’re all set to begin the process. Interestingly, Twitter has confirmed that all apps that you have linked your Twitter account to will function normally without any disruption. For apps other than a browser that require you to log into Twitter, you’ll need a one-time password, available on Twitter’s application page. I think Twitter should also make it compuslory for verified accounts to use two-step verification. Truth be told, two-step verification for login is nothing new; it is a common industry practice among several internet companies like Apple, Google, Facebook and even Dropbox. I believe the introduction of such a feature for Twitter users will definitely go a long way in providing an extra layer of security, especially after numerous high-profile Twitter accounts belonging to international media outlets were hacked. Besides this, Twitter has warned users to be careful about their private data and info, and keep a strong password for their account. The company explained the cause of the development as complaints from users regarding their Twitter accounts being hacked thanks to growing phishing and malware scams being circulating around the World Wide Web these days. What’s your opinion on the introduction of two-step verification log-in by Twitter? Will you use it? Image Courtesy |  gsmnation Looking For A Social Media Agency?? - Contact WATConsult - India's Leading Social Media Agency
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The Amazon App Store is finally available in India and users can download it to their Android device for free. The Amazon app store was built to service Amazon’s new Kindle Fire line which is built on top of Google’s mobile stack. Amazon...
The Amazon App Store is finally available in India and users can download it to their Android device for free. The Amazon app store was built to service Amazon’s new Kindle Fire line which is built on top of Google’s mobile stack. Amazon also lets other users download the app store since that might get it more revenue. The good thing about the app store is the fact that you can get one premium app absolutely free of charge for one day. This happens everyday and there are many different apps that are offered for free. Today’s free app is the popular fruit slicing game, Fruit Ninja. Installing Amazon’s app store is different from the normal apps. You need to grab the .apk file from this link in your mobile browser. When you install it you will get a prompt to check the Unknown Sources option in the setting. Once this is done, the app will be able to install onto your phone. You will need an Amazon account to use this app store. The app store runs smoothly on my phone and the apps download without any issues. When you finish and try to install any app from the Amazon app store, you will always get a prompt to install using package manager or verify it. You can set this to install via the package manager always but understand that installing apps using this method may not be safe for your phone. Amazon has an app testing feature which has not yet come onto the Indian version of the app store. The app store also does not support cancellations and returns unlike Google which allows you to return apps within the first 15 mins of purchase. This app store is a good alternative to Google Play, however besides the premium app promotion, I see no compelling reason to use it on normal Android phones. Story Source | Labnol Looking For A Social Media Agency?? - Contact WATConsult - India's Leading Social Media Agency
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The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) celebrates its silver jubilee Friday amid calls that the capital market regulator needs to follow global standards and improve market intelligence, technology and talent pool to beef up t...
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) celebrates its silver jubilee Friday amid calls that the capital market regulator needs to follow global standards and improve market intelligence, technology and talent pool to beef up the enforcement processes, protect investors and allow the launch of more investment products.
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Recovering from its yesterday's losses, gold price regained Rs 26,000-level by gaining Rs 290 to Rs 26,253 per ten grams in futures trade Thursday as speculators enlarged their exposures, moving in tandem with a positive global trend ami...
Recovering from its yesterday's losses, gold price regained Rs 26,000-level by gaining Rs 290 to Rs 26,253 per ten grams in futures trade Thursday as speculators enlarged their exposures, moving in tandem with a positive global trend amid weakness in rupee at home.
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A benchmark index of the Indian equities markets was trading 1.76 percent down around 2.30 p.m. trade Thursday, on the back of news emanating from the US that the stimulus programme could come to an end soon and weakness in other Asian b...
A benchmark index of the Indian equities markets was trading 1.76 percent down around 2.30 p.m. trade Thursday, on the back of news emanating from the US that the stimulus programme could come to an end soon and weakness in other Asian bourses.
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India's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) Thursday said its net profit dropped by 18.54 percent to Rs.3,299.22 crore in the quarter ended March 31 owing to lower interest income and higher provisioning.
India's largest lender State Bank of India (SBI) Thursday said its net profit dropped by 18.54 percent to Rs.3,299.22 crore in the quarter ended March 31 owing to lower interest income and higher provisioning.
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German automobile major Daimler AG will start exports of FUSO range of trucks - belonging to Japanese Mitsubishi FUSO Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) - to Sri Lanka out of its plant near here from June, said a senior official near here...
German automobile major Daimler AG will start exports of FUSO range of trucks - belonging to Japanese Mitsubishi FUSO Truck and Bus Corporation (MFTBC) - to Sri Lanka out of its plant near here from June, said a senior official near here Thursday.
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Shashi Kant Sharma, a Bihar cadre Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, was Thursday sworn-in the new Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), the government's official auditor.
Shashi Kant Sharma, a Bihar cadre Indian Administrative Service (IAS) officer, was Thursday sworn-in the new Comptroller and Auditor General (CAG), the government's official auditor.
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Aiming to position Goa as a leader in green practices in construction, manufacturing and hospitality industry, a CII conference on eco-friendly practices will be held later this month, organisers said Thursday.
Aiming to position Goa as a leader in green practices in construction, manufacturing and hospitality industry, a CII conference on eco-friendly practices will be held later this month, organisers said Thursday.
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According to a report by Nokia Siemens, the global network and communication infrastructure company, mobile data traffic as well as usage in India has witnessed a whopping 92% growth in both 2G and 3G networks across the country between ...
According to a report by Nokia Siemens, the global network and communication infrastructure company, mobile data traffic as well as usage in India has witnessed a whopping 92% growth in both 2G and 3G networks across the country between the time period December 2011 an December 2012. The Mbit Index study by Siemens has revealed that mobile data traffic generated by 3G services increased by 196 percent while mobile data traffic generated by 2G services increased by 66 percent during the period, which I think are excellent growth figures. The Nokia study says each 3G user currently consumes is around 300 percent more than that of an average 2G user. As per the study, a 3G user consumes about 434MB per month while a 2G user consumes 115MB per month. The report divulged stats by six months in the time period of December 2011 and December 2012. During the time period, 3G-driven data traffic had grown by 78 percent, while data volume from 2G surged by 47 percent. The second half of the research period – between July 2012 and December 2012, traffic driven by 3G services grew by 54 percent while that 2G network increased by 18 percent. It might be noted here that the growth rate of 3G data in the second half of 2012 was almost triple that of the growth rate of 2G. In the second half, 2G data growth stabilized due to high-end 2G users migrating to 3G services. The report has added that this could be powered by reduction in data usage tariffs by telcos by mid 2012 for 3G data consumption. The region which was impacted the most by the move of cutting down 3G data tariffs was the region in category A circles (India’s telecommunications market is divided into 22 sub-regions, also referred to as circles). 3G services generated one-third of the total mobile data in the country in the second half of the year – up from one-fourth in the first half. “The fact that data consumption by 3G users has tripled in one year clearly shows the rapid and steady increase in mobile data consumption in India. This translates into the need for high-quality mobile broadband services with improved speed and service quality to satisfy mobile broadband users,” said Sandeep Girotra, head of India region at Nokia Siemens Networks. Additionally, the study emphasized the strong penetration of mobile internet usage in the Category A telecom Circle(this region comprises of states Andhra Pradesh, Maharashtra excluding Mumbai which is in Metro circle, Karnataka and Tamil Nadu) through 3G connections and smartphones. At the same time, the report has yet again brought light towards the fact not every Indian has adopted faster mobile connections; 2G connections remain popular in Category A Circle. Nokia Siemens Networks’ MBit Index highlights mobile data growth in India in direct comparisons with other high growth mobile data markets. I believe this is a very important development for and a landmark for the country’s mobile and tablet-wielding population. It’s good to see great numbers on 3G and 2G connections growth in the country. Also, the country is moving towards faster mobile data connections and smartphones faster than ever before. Smartphones have already outpaced feature phones You can download the full Nokia Siemens Networks’ MBit Index study from here. Image Courtesy|  thehindubusinessline Looking For A Social Media Agency?? - Contact WATConsult - India's Leading Social Media Agency
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