Learn Something New! - Setting up the YubiKey on Ubuntu (Desktop and Server)

I've recently had a chance to check out some newer YubiKeys, and decided to make a video on it. In this video, I'll show you how to set up the YubiKey on Linux, with examples that include setting it up on your local laptop/desktop as well as using it to secure OpenSSH to a remote server. *🕐 Time Codes*: 02:11 - Securing local authentication 11:57 - Securing remote authentication 📖 Check out jay's latest book, Mastering Ubuntu Server 3rd Edition. Available in the USA late December 2020, and in other countries early January 2021 ➡️ http://ubuntuserverbook.com *📖 Switch to Linux with my latest book!* Linux is one of the best decisions you can make for your computer — but knowing where to start is the hard part. This guide walks you through everything: choosing a distribution, installing it, and using it confidently every day. It'll be released very soon! 📌 *Join the announcement list here ➜ https://leanpub.com/switch-to-linux* *🔥 Top Recommendations* • Get $100 Credit to Practice on Akamai (Linode) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linode • Linux Commands Cheat Sheet ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-commands • 30% Off Linux Foundation Certifications (Use code "LEARNLINUXTV") ➜ https://learnlinux.link/lf • Professional tutoring from yours truly ➜ https://learnlinux.link/tutor-me *🛠️ SysAdmin Tools* • Monitor your Infrastructure like a Pro with Netdata ➜ https://learnlinux.link/netdata • Check out TinyPilot, a Pi-Based Remote Access Solution ➜ https://learnlinux.link/tinypilot • Tips for Switching to Linux (ebook) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/linux-desktop-tips *🛡️ Privacy & Privacy* • Safeguard your Internet activity with Proton VPN (70% off) ➜ https://go.getproton.me/aff_c?offer_id=26&aff_id=16836 • Get Proton end-to-end Encrypted Email for $1/month ➜ https://go.getproton.me/aff_c?offer_id=7&aff_id=16836 *❤️ Support the Channel* • Enjoyed the video? Your support keeps this channel independent! • Become a Channel Member (Ad-Free & Early Access) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/join • Support on Patreon ➜ https://learnlinux.link/patron *🛍️ Featured Merch* • "apt install coffee" T-Shirt (My personal favorite) ➜ https://learnlinux.link/apt-install-coffee • Proxmox T-Shirt ➜ https://learnlinux.link/proxmox-shirt • Explore the Full Shop ➜ https://merch.learnlinux.tv 💻 Check out the Tiny Pilot KVM for your Homelab (commission earned): ➡️ https://learnlinux.link/tinypilot 📖 Wiki article for this video: ➡️ https://www.learnlinux.tv/setting-up-the-yubikey-on-ubuntu/ 📖 Yubico documentation for setting up the YubiKey: ➡️ https://support.yubico.com/hc/en-us/articles/360016649099-Ubuntu-Linux-Login-Guide-U2F 💽 How to create a bootable flash drive for installing Linux: ➡️ https://linux.video/flash-usb 🐧 Which distro do I use? ➡️ https://learnlinux.link/mydistro 🔐 How to better secure OpenSSH: ➡️ https://linux.video/secure-ssh ☁️ How to create a cloud Linux server with Linode: ➡️ https://learnlinux.link/create-linode