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two-factor authentication

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two-factor authentication

The use of two independent mechanisms for authentication; for example, requiring a smart card and a password. The combination is less likely to allow abuse than either component alone. See authentication.



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The same forward-looking agencies that began adopting two-factor authentication years ago are today choosing authentication solutions that will work for wireless networks and their legacy systems," said Gilbert.
95 for the two-factor authentication scheme, which is targeted at small businesses, victims of identity theft, and individuals who pay bills and conduct other financial transactions through their AOL accounts.
com) launches AuthEngine, a solution that embeds token-based, two-factor authentication in any custom application or environment, including websites, databases, and directories, at the RSA Conference.
 
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