Say Hello (Again?) to Windows Hello
Windows Hello gets a new look and improved security Ever heard of Windows Hello? Whether it sounds like a brand-new (or let’s be honest, kind of made-up) product or it’s something your business is already using, Microsoft is making important changes to Windows Hello. Businesses should be aware of these changes, and many should consider adopting Windows Hello for increased security and smoother day-to-day operations. Here’s what to know. What Is Windows Hello? Before we get into what’s new, here’s an introduction (or a refresher). Windows Hello is an authentication protocol from Microsoft that uses one of several different types of authentication to log users in to systems and accounts. The most significant thing setting Windows Hello apart from older login systems is that it skips the traditional password entirely: users supply their username and are then asked for an authentication factor like: A fingerprint A face scan / facial recognition A random PIN If that last option sounds a lo...