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    Windows Hello Update: Facial Recognition Now Disabled in Darkness for Enhanced Security

    Here’s a summary of the Gagadget.com article regarding the Windows Hello change: What’s Happened: Microsoft has released an update for Windows 11 that changes how Windows Hello facial recognition works: it is now disabled in dark or low-light conditions. Why the Change? Previously, Windows...
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    Windows Hello Update Restricts Facial Recognition in Darkness: Security vs. Usability

    Windows Hello, Microsoft's biometric authentication system, has long been celebrated for its convenience and security, allowing users to log in using facial recognition even in low-light conditions. This functionality was primarily achieved through the use of infrared (IR) sensors, which could...
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