Advice Request Windows Hello biometric log in - A question

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Is sign in Windows Hello using fingerprint/facial scan useful as a security measure?

Because if you intentionally use the wrong fingerprint/facial scan a couple of times it'll then prompt you to use your password/PIN to log in.

Or sign in using fingerprint/facial scan is a matter of convenience. Similarly, sign in for phones as well using biometrics

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HarborFront said:
Is sign in Windows Hello using fingerprint/facial scan useful?
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It is very useful:
  • Unlocking password manager
  • Log into various web app accounts
  • Use in MFA combo with hardware key (FIDO2 or YubiKey 5 series)
  • Windows account logon
  • Security settings configuration access in Microsoft account
  • etc
 
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Oerlink said:
It is very useful:
  • Unlocking password manager
  • Log into various web app accounts
  • Use in MFA combo with hardware key (FIDO2 or YubiKey 5 series)
  • Windows account logon
  • Security settings configuration access in Microsoft account
  • etc
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Sorry, I meant its usefulness as a security measure. Edited my starting post

And, with hardware security key, it works with local accounts only. Cannot work with admin account

 
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