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Microsoft Fingerprint Reader Win
Microsoft Fingerprint Reader Win

Consumer Rating


Price Range
$34 - $54

Product Description

Say goodbye to password hassles. Now you can log on to your computer and your favorite Web sites with the touch of your finger, without having to remember all those passwordssimply place your finger on the receiver whenever a password or username is required.



Best thing since sliced bread!
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Written By
sophiesdad

Date Written
May 01 2006

Summary

As I opened my desk drawer one day, I saw the ever-growing bulge in a file folder which contained website usernames and passwords. At first, I thought that I was just getting old and couldn't remember stuff anymore, but then realized that you have to be...

Strength

Easy to set up and use - works flawlessly.

Weakness

None

Bottom Line

I would highly recommend this device for password management. It is a secure way of keeping password data.

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Convenience at your fingertips
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Written By
jsmith2005

Date Written
Jun 13 2007

Summary

The hardware piece is well designed, rugged and works very nice. The software that comes in the package is very easy to use. The installation procedure is very straightforward: insert the CD in the drive, click the Next button a couple of times, plug...

Strength

Reliable, fast, easy to use, works with IE/FF, accurate identification.

Weakness

None.

Bottom Line

The reader is worth buying: it's really convenience at your fingertips.

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Convenient way to manage passwords
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Written By
cxshih

Date Written
Mar 07 2007

Summary

I bought this as an inexpensive way to keep a track of the plethora of passwords that I use every day. The fingerprint reader is accurate and can keep track of 10 prints. The reader itself is compact and connects via a USB cable. The issues that I...

Strength

small size, tracks passwords for applications and webpages

Weakness

software

Bottom Line

This is a good consumer level reader to track application and webpage passwords. The minor annoyances of the software do not interfere with the functioning of the device.

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Your chance to be James Bond
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Written By
zoomie888

Date Written
Jun 14 2006

Summary

HOW I BOUGHT: I first discovered this fingerprint reader integrated on a keyboard. As cool as the fingerprint reader sounded, I already owned a wireless keyboard and didn't feel like spending a grip of cash to purchase a new version of something that...

Strength

It's fast and really works!

Weakness

Only works for Internet Explorer browser.

Bottom Line

Awesome for young people who want a cool new gadget. Great for old folks with bad memory.

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Great little PC gadget
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Written By
fastolfe

Date Written
Dec 21 2005

Summary

I didn't really need this, but I figured it would make me feel important if I had to use a fingerprint scanner to get access to my PC. I've owned it for about 6 months now and it hasn't worn off yet. For a supplement to the Windows XP login screen, it...

Strength

Easy to use, accurate, spy factor

Weakness

Not too reliable, constantly appears dirty

Bottom Line

Recommended for entertainment purposes. Not reliable (or secure) enough for serious use.

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Microsoft Fingerprint Reader-- A timesaver for those that have many passwords
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Written By
mothinator

Date Written
Jul 12 2005

Summary

I find the Microsoft Fingerprint Reader to be a real timesaver. I have trouble remembering all of the passwords for different websites and this device eliminates the need for me to remember. The reader doesn't replace your password with your...

Strength

Good fingerprint recognition, Fast login and user switching, Takes the burden off remembering multiple passwords

Weakness

Should not be used for financial websites, It emits an annoying red flickering light

Bottom Line

A great product. Easy to use and takes the burden off those of us with poor memories.

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Microsoft Fingerprint Reader pretty much ROCKS!
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Written By
mookie114

Date Written
Sep 28 2005

Summary

My son bought me one for my birthday because I didn't want to part with the $40 to buy one myself. Now that I've got one, I'm getting one for myself at work, one for my wife, my Dad, and probably a couple as gifts. Aside from being terribly cool, it...

Strength

Easy set up, accurate identification, and downright neat!

Weakness

I think of none. Just use your head. The light doesn't bother me at all!

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Doe not work with firefox
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Written By
blazman

Date Written
Apr 09 2006

Summary

This thing works well for logging in to my computer, and for applications that require passwords, but does not work in firefox. It only works with IE. I can't help but think that they built that in...

Strength

recognizes every finger print, works for logging in and for application.

Weakness

Does not work with Firefox, which makes this useless.

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