How can two-step verification be implemented in Google Workspace?

Two-step verification (2SV) can be effectively implemented in Google Workspace by enabling it through the security settings of the Google Admin console. This centralizes the management of security protocols for all users within an organization, allowing administrators to enforce 2SV uniformly rather than having it set up individually by users.

When enabled in the Google Admin console, it provides options such as enforcing what types of second factors can be used (such as text messages or authenticator apps), and it ensures that every user account adheres to the organization's security standards. This approach not only enhances security but also simplifies the deployment and management of 2SV across the entire user base, making it a crucial step in protecting organizational data from unauthorized access.

Other methods, like using individual user settings or changing the password policy, do not provide the comprehensive enforcement or management capabilities that the Admin console offers when it comes to 2SV. Additionally, while third-party authentication applications might supplement security measures, they do not replace the need for the foundational setup provided directly through the Google Admin console.