Valet Passwords - Limited Access Passwords... For Technicans
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Staten Island, NY Posted: 5/18/2015 1:00:00 AM
When people drop off their computer for repair, it's crazy that they often have to give them their password too.
It's standard practice that when you drop off a computer for repair, you need to remove the password first. But what if the computer is having trouble booting? That means you have to give the technician your password too.
For newer systems that password is often their Microsoft or Apple ID and password, which not only unlocks the computer, but it's also used for private things like email, or even making purchases. That's pretty messed up.
The solution to this is for the system to have a second password, with limited access, specifically to give to a technician so they can unlock the computer and make backups, adjust settings, etc. This way, they can gain access to the technical aspects of the system, without giving them access to your private information or make purchases.
In addition, when using the Valet Password, any stored passwords in the customer's web browser would not be accessible either. In a nutshell, a Valet Password would keep anything that should remain private... private, while still allowing them to repair the system.
Joe Crescenzi, Founder
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