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RE: The Crypto-Lifestyle: Encrypt files with gpg
Hey @matthewdavid! GPG really is great, isn't it? It's even more fun when you use a device like a Yubikey, that stores your private key directly in hardware, where it is (almost) completely safe from being hacked and stolen. In case you are interested in how to use a Yubikey, read this tutorial I wrote a few days ago. Once you have set it up, you can also use the device for SSH login, to sign git commits, and whatever else you can think of. It is also a U2F (universal 2nd factor) device.
Thanks. I have heard of Yubikey, but haven't used it yet. I'll check out your tutorial. Looks like you write quite a bit about security and encryption. Good stuff!
I'm glad you like my content. You should definitely check out Yubikeys, sooner rather than later. If you (or anyone else for that matter) have specific questions concerning security/technology related stuff, feel free to send me a memo. I will try to give you as good an explanation as I can.
In case you don't know how to send a memo (as I did for quite some time): In your Steemit wallet, open the SBD drop-down menu and select "Transfer". Enter the handle of the person you want to send a direct message, and use 0.001 SBD (the minimum allowed by the system) as amount. Fill in the text you want to send. Done. Not completely free, but almost.
Thanks for your reply. I am interested in tech and security. Also thanks for the mSBD and demo-memo message. I appreciate it.
I presented on gpg at a local tech meetup this evening. The talk went well.