Windows Vista Authentication Features

This content describes the improvements to Windows Vistaź authentication features that are relevant to IT professionals. The authentication features included with Windows Vista extend a strong set of platform-based authentication features to help provide better security, manageability, and user experience. The features include the following:

Backup and Restore of Stored User Names and Passwords

Credential Security Service Provider and SSO for Terminal Services Logon

TLS/SSL Cryptographic Enhancements

Kerberos Enhancements

Smart Card Authentication Changes

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