HP Protect Tools Guide

2 Credential Manager for HP
ProtectTools
Credential Manager serves a dual role in that it allows the user to define and deploy more stringent
security for user authentication beyond a password, and it acts as a personal password vault which
provides single sign on capability. Credential Manager for HP ProtectTools protects against
unauthorized access to your computer using the following security features:
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Alternatives to passwords when logging on to Windows, such as using a Smart Card or biometric
reader to log on to Windows. For additional information, refer to “
Registering credentials
on page 12.”
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Single Sign On feature that automatically remembers credentials for Web sites, applications, and
protected network resources.
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Support for optional security devices, such as Smart Cards and biometric readers.
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Support for additional security settings, such as requiring authentication using an optional security
device to unlock the computer.
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