Questions tagged [fingerprint-reader]
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Is fingerprint authentication secure?
Is OS authentication more secure when using a fingerprint reader than a (strong) password?
Can that be hacked easily?
By the way, where is the fingerprint stored? On the hardware chip or on filesystem?
Is that dependent from reader's…
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Best USB Fingerprint Reader for Corporate Use
Looking for a fingerprint reader recommendation that meets the following requirements:
Can be used for logon with machines on domain (rules out MS Fingerprint Reader)
Stores passwords for logon for web sites with IE and Firefox
API support (for…
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Laptop Built-in Fingerprint Logon to Domain Joined Computer
Is this possible:
I have a Windows Server 2012 R2 running Active Directory. I have installed Windows Biometric Framework and made the changes in Group Policy to allow Fingerprint Signon
The Laptop is domain-joined with a built-in fingerprint scanner…
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Reputable Biometric Fingerprint Scanner & Access/Attendance Solutions?
I have a client, a school, looking to implement a fingerprint or hand scanner to track both employee time and student attendance.
As per earlier conversations on here, this is not for high security & access (i.e.- automatic door locks).
From what…
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External USB Fingerprint Reader for Pre-boot Authentication for Dell Laptop
My company just purchased several Dell Latitude E6500 laptops with docking stations and external monitors. These laptops have a fingerprint scanner located next to the keyboard.
DOCKED users who prefer to use the included fingerprint scanner for…
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