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Windows · Authentication

Fingerprint login on Windows without a PIN

Many laptops are now equipped with a fingerprint reader, a useful feature if you lock/unlock your computer on a regular basis. However, for some reason, Windows requires to set up a PIN, even if you already have a password. The PIN is…

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