What is Windows Hello?

What is Windows Hello?

Windows Hello is a biometrics-based technology that enables Windows 10 users to authenticate secure access to their devices, apps, online services and networks with just a fingerprint, iris scan or facial recognition. The sign-in mechanism is essentially an alternative to passwords and is widely considered to be a more user-friendly, secure and reliable method to access critical devices, services, and data than traditional logins using passwords and pins.

Why use Windows Hello?

Windows Hello solves a few problems with passwords and pins: security and inconvenience. Passwords are unsafe as they are hard to remember, and therefore people either choose easy-to-guess passwords or write down their passwords. Someone might be peeking on you and got your password without your knowledge and gain unauthorized access to your device.

In my opinion, it’s one of the best features Windows offered to the users. It provides a safe and easy way to access their devices. If your computer doesn’t have the hardware needed to use Windows Hello, you can purchase USB fingerprint reader.