18min chapter

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754: Passwords, Passkeys, & Beyond, with Damien Schreurs

Mac Power Users

CHAPTER

Advantages and Implementation of Passkeys for Secure Authentication

The chapter delves into the benefits of using passkeys for authentication, emphasizing security features like protection against phishing and encrypted private key exchange. It explains the three-party operation involving users, websites, and an authentication server, using a safe with two locks analogy for clarity. The discussion touches on generating credential IDs, ease of use, and the necessity for widespread adoption of passkeys for enhanced security in managing multiple account logins.

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