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My 5-step security checklist for every new Windows PC

For that reason, I always set up facial or fingerprint recognition on my PCs. To enable this, you need a Windows Hello-compatible webcam or fingerprint reader. My laptop includes both. For my desktop, ...
XDA Developers

Having trouble with external Windows Hello hardware? Here's what you need to do

João has been covering the tech world for over 7 years, with a heavy focus on laptops and the Windows ecosystem. I also love all things tech and videogames, especially Nintendo, which he's always ...
The Verge

Microsoft’s Windows Hello fingerprint authentication has been bypassed

Security researchers have found flaws in the way laptop manufacturers are implementing fingerprint authentication. Security researchers have found flaws in the way laptop manufacturers are ...
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Forget passwords, this Windows feature lets you log in using just your face

When signing in to Windows, a password is the default option. But remembering a strong and complex password can be a hassle. Instead, you can try biometric technologies supported through the Windows ...
XDA Developers

Microsoft’s Windows Hello fingerprint authentication bypassed on Dell, Lenovo, and Surface laptops

I’m Adam Conway, an Irish technology fanatic with a BSc in Computer Science and I'm XDA’s Lead Technical Editor. My Bachelor’s thesis was conducted on the viability of benchmarking the non-functional ...