Replace passwords with secure authentication methods
Beginner
Administrator
Business Leader
Business Owner
Business User
Technology Manager
Windows 11
Passwords are a common point of failure in modern security, leaving organizations vulnerable to phishing and credential theft. In this module, you learn how passwordless authentication addresses these risks by replacing shared secrets with stronger, device- or identity-based verification methods. You'll explore key approaches—Windows Hello, authenticator apps, and security keys—and learn how to implement them, match them to user scenarios, and apply best practices for deployment to improve both security and the sign-in experience.
Learning objectives
In this module, you'll learn how to:
- Assess common password-related security risks
- Describe key passwordless authentication methods
- Implement passwordless options such as Windows Hello for Business, authenticator apps, and security keys
- Choose the right authentication method for different user scenarios
Prerequisites
- None