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Readers reply: Experts say we should use passkeys, but can a smartphone pin really be safer than a password?
Readers debate whether passkeys like smartphone PINs or facial recognition are safer than traditional passwords and two-factor authentication. Concerns include risks if a phone is stolen or lost, despite passkeys being unphishable and less hackable when not stored on company servers.
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