1. Introduction

1.1 Tutorial's Goal

The goal of this tutorial is to guide you through the process of securing your GitHub account. In the digital world, security is paramount, and GitHub provides various tools to ensure your account remains secure.

1.2 Learning Outcomes

By the end of this tutorial, you will be able to:
- Activate Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)
- Recognize and review your account's activity
- Set up recovery methods

1.3 Prerequisites

There are no prerequisites for this tutorial. However, basic knowledge of GitHub and how to use it would be beneficial.

2. Step-by-Step Guide

2.1 Two-Factor Authentication (2FA)

GitHub supports 2FA, an additional layer of security for your account. When you enable it, you'll need to provide two forms of authentication to log in: your password and a unique code from your phone.

2.1.1 How to activate 2FA

1. In the upper-right corner of any GitHub page, click your profile photo, then click Settings.
2. In the user settings sidebar, click Security.
3. Click Enable two-factor authentication.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up 2FA.

2.2 Reviewing Your Account Activity

Regularly review your account activity to spot any suspicious behavior. GitHub provides an access log showing all the actions performed with your account.

2.2.1 How to review your account activity

1. Click your profile photo, then click Settings.
2. In the user settings sidebar, click Security.
3. Scroll down to the Security history section.

2.3 Setting Up Recovery Methods

A recovery method allows you to regain access to your account if you lose your 2FA device or forget your password.

2.3.1 How to set up recovery methods

1. Click your profile photo, then click Settings.
2. In the user settings sidebar, click Security.
3. Scroll down to the Account recovery section.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up recovery methods.

3. Code Examples

This tutorial doesn't require any code examples, as securing your GitHub account doesn't involve any programming. All steps are performed via the GitHub website.

4. Summary

In this tutorial, we covered how to secure your GitHub account by enabling Two-Factor Authentication, regularly reviewing your account activity, and setting up recovery methods. To further enhance your account's security, consider using a strong, unique password and changing it regularly.

5. Practice Exercises

There are no practice exercises for this tutorial, as the concepts covered don't involve any programming. However, to get a better understanding, you can try to:
1. Enable 2FA on your GitHub account.
2. Review your account activity.
3. Set up a recovery method.

Remember, the best way to learn is by doing. Good luck!

Additional Resources

• GitHub's Security Documentation
• GitHub's Guide on Securing Your Account