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Microsoft marches toward a passwordless future with passkey features on Windows 11
By Sean Endicott published
Simple sign-in A recent Insider build of Windows 11 introduced several passkey features that allow people to move away from using passwords.

You won't lose these Windows 11 File Explorer features after all
By Sean Endicott published
No hands! The latest Windows 11 Insider build improves the passwordless experience in several ways, but its change log also notes that Microsoft will no longer remove legacy features from File Explorer.

Microsoft needs to fix this problem with Windows Hello
By Sean Endicott published
Ugh When trying to set up my external webcam to unlock my Windows 11 device, I realized how many hoops I had to jump through to make it work.

Best PC Fingerprint Scanners in 2022
By Rich Edmonds last updated
Sign into your Windows PC with your finger.

Upcoming USB accessories add Windows Hello capabilities to any PC
By Simon Sage last updated
Want to get the most out of Windows Hello, but your PC doesn't have a fingerprint scanner or infrared camera? Check out these accessories revealed at Computex 2016.

Best Laptops Supporting Windows Hello in 2022
By Cale Hunt published
Not every Windows 10 laptop has the necessary hardware for Windows Hello. Here's a list of the best laptops that come compatible with Windows Hello.

PSA: OnlyFans supports Windows Hello logins
By Robert Carnevale published
If you have some free time on your hands, here's a good way to fix that problem: Try to log in to OnlyFans with Windows Hello.

Should you buy a webcam with Windows Hello facial recognition?
By Sean Endicott published
If you're using a desktop or any PC that doesn't come with Windows Hello, you should check out an external webcam that supports Windows Hello.
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