Technology Checklist

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Password Manager
Proton Pass is a good choice for password management.
PC Firewall
Turning on the firewall on your pc helps protect you from unauthorized access over your network.
PC Antivirus
Antivirus provides basic protection.
Apply Computer Updates Regularly
Helps prevent some types of attacks
Backup Files to External Drive
Helps in the event of a computer failure or if files are damaged or altered by hackers.
VPN (Phone and PC)
Proton VPN recommended, see article for instructions.
Secure Email Provider
Proton is a good choice to avoid NSA backdoors and the PRISM program.
Drive Encryption
VeraCrypt for drive encryption. AESCrypt for encrypting individual files
Hardware Authentication Key
Works on both phone and PC. Protects your accounts even in the event of phone cloning.
Hardwired connection over WiFi
Where possible use ethernet cables and turn off WiFi.

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