Definition
A passkey is a FIDO-based credential that uses public-key cryptography to authenticate users, reducing reliance on passwords.
Why it matters for business
A phishing-resistant credential model based on FIDO standards. Identity and Microsoft 365 decisions often turn on understanding this term clearly.
Example in an SMB context
A growing firm might encounter Passkey while hardening Entra ID, reviewing Secure Score, or rolling out stronger MFA for administrators.
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