Have you considered using a YubiKey? In this complete guide, you'll learn everything you need in order to get started with these awesome security keys. We'll go over the differences between the available models, which one you should buy, as well as how to set it up to protect local logon for Linux, macOS, and Windows. In addition, two methods for protecting OpenSSH via YubiKeys are also covered. Note: Yubico, the makers of the YubiKey, did NOT sponsor this video or had any involvement whatsoever. *Brand New Ansible Course Available* Check out the new course on Udemy! It covers everything you need to get started with Automation. ➜ *Individual Sections* 00:00 - Intro 02:12 - Section 1: What is a Yubikey? 07:54 - Section 2: Which model should you buy? 13:19 - Section 3: Securing Online Accounts 16:14 - Section 4: Setting up a Yubikey with local macOS user accounts 22:05 - Section 5: Setting up a Yubikey with local Windows user accounts 29:14 - Section 6: Setting up a Yubikey with Desktop Linux 36:53 - Section 7: Securing OpenSSH with a Yubikey (Fido2 Method) 42:51 - Section 8: Securing OpenSSH with a Yubikey (Non-Fido2 Method) *Video Specific Links* - Official blog post for this video ➜ - macOS local account documentation ➜ - Windows local account documentation ➜ - YubiKey downloads ➜ - YubiKey "Works With" Catalog ➜ *🎓 Full Linux Courses* • Linux Crash Course ➜ • Netdata ➜ • tmux ➜ • vim ➜ • Bash Scripting ➜ • Proxmox VE ➜ • Ansible (Udemy) ➜ • Linux Essentials (Udemy) ➜ *🎓 More About Learn Linux TV* • Main site ➜ • Community Forums ➜ • Github Account ➜ • Content Ethics ➜ • Request Paid Assistance ➜ ⚠️ Use Content Responsibly Learn Linux TV shares technical content intended to teach and help you, but it comes with no warranty. The channel is not liable for any damages from its use. Always ensure you have proper permissions, follow company policies, and comply with all applicable laws while working with infrastructure. 🚫 Authentic Content, No Shortcuts Learn Linux TV values integrity and does not engage in click-farming, unauthorized services, or artificial view inflation. All growth—subscribers, likes, and views—comes organically from high-quality Linux tutorials, reviews, and educational content created to genuinely help viewers. #Yubikey #Security #Linux