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| − | + | An '''authentification credential''' is a required security field (such as a [[username]] and [[password]] combo) typically used for access to protected areas. Sometimes the credentials could also be an [[encryption key]], [[passphrase]], or [[biometric]] information. | |
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Revision as of 04:56, 2 May 2012
An authentification credential is a required security field (such as a username and password combo) typically used for access to protected areas. Sometimes the credentials could also be an encryption key, passphrase, or biometric information.
See also: Authentication Schemes
