Authenticating Humans

Definition

Authenticating humans is the process of verifying a person's identity, usually through some form of identification or verification method.

Explain Like I'm 5

Imagine you have a secret code that only you know, and when someone asks you for it, you tell them to prove who they are. That's like authenticating humans - making sure they are who they say they are.

Visualization

(Image of a person showing ID or scanning fingerprint)

Digging Deeper

Authenticating humans can be done through various methods such as passwords, biometrics (like fingerprints or facial recognition), smart cards, security questions, or two-factor authentication. This process is crucial for security purposes to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive information or resources.

Applications

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Wikipedia link: Authenticating Humans