In this guide, get tips and advice on user authentication and authorization methods and services: biometrics, two factor and multifactor authentication, single sign-on (SSO), smartcards, PKI.
Two-Factor and Multifactor Authentication Strategies User names and passwords are no longer enough and more enterprises are deploying two-factor or multifactor authentication products. Browse the articles and advice in this section for the latest information on using strong authentication in your organization.
Enterprise Single Sign-On (SSO) Enterprise single sign-on (SSO) technologies can help reduce help-desk calls and user mistakes by consolidating credentials into one single password for all applications and services. Read the news and technical advice here to find deployment strategies and practical advice.
PKI and Digital Certificates Using a public key infrastructure (PKI), certificate authority (CA) and digital certificates is a key way to develop a secure network infrastructure for user access, keep data secure and eliminate hacker threats. Get expert advice and tools to implement PKI in your organization.
Security Token and Smart Card Technology Get tips on how to use security tokens and smart card technology for secure user authentication. This resource defines what a smart card is, and provides information on deployment, smart card writers and readers and software.
Biometric Technology Get advice from the experts on biometrics technology and security. Learn about several biometric authentication devices and methods -- fingerprint and iris scanners, facial recognition -- that can be used for secure user access and how to implement them.
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