![]() ![]() In theory, fingerprint scanners are the most secure option. We'll take a look at configuring each of these options shortly… but before we do so, you might like to put yourself in the shoes of someone trying to gain access to a PC protected with a fingerprint or facial recognition. Devices with a fingerprint scanner, meanwhile, use this device to sign you in, instead of requesting a password, again as part of Windows Hello. Some PCs, laptops, and tablets, meanwhile, offer Windows Hello, which takes advantage of the ubiquitous (and privacy-breaching) webcam to sign you in using facial recognition. On standard PCs, you'll have the choice of a password, PIN, or picture password. Head to Settings > Accounts > Sign-in options to take a look at the options on offer. Throw in the option to set a numeric PIN instead of a password (most Windows 10 accounts rely on a Hotmail/Outlook/Xbox Live email account and password) and it's clear that Microsoft is attempting to take user security seriously with Windows 10.īut once you've set up these options, how secure are they? Windows 10 Secure Sign-in Options ![]()
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