Five Compelling Reasons To Abandon Traditional Passwords Immediately
techradar.com, Friday, April 12th, 2024
Why traditional passwords need to be abandoned
A recent CompariTech report revealed that 75% of Americans are now frustrated with passwords - a sentiment echoed by similar findings in Europe. This frustration is understandable, considering the average person now reportedly manages nearly 100 passwords. This incredible proliferation, an outcome that was likely unanticipated, only serves to highlight the growing obsolescence of the technology.
Additionally, while once a cornerstone of digital security, traditional passwords are increasingly viewed as inadequate. These dual shortcomings raise the question of whether a better alternative exists. Fortunately, there is: continuous authentication. In this article, I identify why it's now time for companies to consider adopting this innovative approach by citing the top five reasons to ditch traditional passwords today.