Windows Hello became a subject of an Australian informal test, which concluded that even twins can't fool it.
Windows Hello was introduced along with the launching of Windows 10 last month. It is a biometric recognition security system which features a face-detecting software that assures a safe and easy sign-in. Provided that face detection is a relatively new technology and is still untested, it is understandable that many people are cautious about the reliability of this security measure.
However, The Australian recently conducted an informal test which might put people's minds at ease. The research showed that Windows' innovative security feature can be sufficient for defense even against a user's twin or doppelganger.
Windows Hello study was conducted by having six sets of identical twins (from Sydney and Melbourne) who will try to deceive Windows Hello. The result was astounding as Windows' face detection did not fail in barring the look-alike's access, even after that twin imitated the other twin's appearance, from hairstyle down to glasses.
Windows Hello study participants Miriam and Annabelle Jeffrey were greatly impressed by the new software. According to Miriam, "It could distinguish between us two quite easily. It's a little surprising. I thought it would have failed, but no, it was really good. It was really quick."
The Windows Hello experiment indeed proves to be flawless, and if the feature will perform consistently, it is sure to eradicate most of the threats to privacy and security that is rampant nowadays. However, the fact remains that the study was done with only a few individuals, and so it is best to still be cautious and to make sure to incorporate other security measures when using this new technology. The technology is included in the latest Microsoft version.
Windows Hello was created in partnership with another legend in the technology industry, where Intel's Real Sense camera is utilized. It operates a three-way lens to recognize the person in front of the camera, the regular, infrared, and 3D, First Post reported.
