Security News > 2023 > September > Microsoft is Rolling out Support for Passkeys in Windows 11
Microsoft is officially rolling out support for passkeys in Windows 11 today as part of a major update to the desktop operating system.
The feature allows users to login to websites and applications without having to provide a username and password, instead relying on their device PIN or biometric information to complete the step. Based on FIDO standards, Passkeys were first announced in May.
Passkeys offer a number of benefits in that they are unique to each website or app, and eliminate the need for setting up complex passwords and the hassle of remembering them. They are also synced across devices within the same operating system (or ecosystem), making the sign-in process more easier.
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