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Passwordless authentication

Passwordless authentication

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Passwordless authentication

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- [Instructor] Passwordless authentication is a modern approach to secure user authentication that eliminates the need for traditional password based authentication. Instead of requiring users to remember and enter a password, passwordless authentication relies on other factors such as biometrics or cryptographic keys to authenticate users. This approach not only eliminates the need for users to remember and manage passwords, but also provides stronger security since passwords are often weak, reused, or easily stolen. Biometric authentication is one example of passwordless authentication. Biometric authentication uses unique physical or behavioral characteristics, such as fingerprints, face recognition, or voice recognition to authenticate users. These biometric factors are difficult to steal or fake, making them a strong and secure form of authentication. Many modern smartphones and laptops now offer biometric authentication as a primary form of user authentication. Another example…

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