What is Windows Hello and How Does It Work?
With Windows Hello, you could log into your computer or other Windows 10 device up to three times faster than you can by using a password. Although you can create and keep a PIN as a backup, Windows 10 has multiple ways to recognize you and give you instant access to your system. Windows Hello uses biometrics to identify and authenticate users. Biometrics analyze and measure specific, unique human characteristics as an extremely secure way to identify someone. For instance, not even identical twins share identical fingerprints. Microsoft Hello technology utilizes these distinct identifiers as authentication.
Windows Hello Pin, Face, and Fingerprint Options
Windows 10 offers 6 different login methods, including 3 Windows Hello options, which are:
Windows Hello Face: Uses a specially-configured camera to authenticate and unlock Windows devices.Windows Hello Fingerprint: Scans your fingerprint.Windows Hello PIN: An alternative password that is tied to the device.
How to Set up Windows Hello Face
Use Windows 10 face recognition to teach Windows to recognize your face.
How to Set up Windows Hello Fingerprint
If you have a fingerprint reader installed, you can use the biometric fingerprint option to sign in to Windows 10 quickly.
How to Set up Windows Hello PIN
A PIN you create provides a secure backup login option. It is also a secure and fast option if Windows Hello Face and Windows Hello Fingerprint are not available on your computer.
