Intego Mac Podcast

The Chain of Trust



November 29th, 2019  •  33 mins 20 secs  •  Download (15.4 MB)  •  Link with Timestamp

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Apple's two-factor authentication system sets up a chain of trust from one device to another. By ensuring your identity on one device, that device can then authenticate you on another device, and provide you with enhanced features, such as an Apple Watch unlocking a Mac, or an iPhone authorizing Apple Pay on a Mac. Understanding this chain of trust helps you better understand how Apple protects you.