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Microsoft doesn't require passwords anymore

2021-09-17 00:00:00

Microsoft users might be able to throw away the sticky note taped to their laptop: the company introduced a new option to delete password authentication.

Microsoft uses its authenticator app, fingerprint/facial recognition, and SMS/email verification codes to verify accounts— which may be more secure than using "soccerlover123" or "Mychemicalromance1998!" yet again. In a world where many people still don't use password managers, Microsoft's decision makes sense.
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