--Microsoft Corp. (MSFT) on Tuesday said it would begin supporting secure USB keys as a way to enable users to log into computers and accounts without passwords, CNBC reports.

--Microsoft will support keys from several companies, such as Yubikey, and will make the option available with many of their services, the report said.

--Microsoft has also been pushing biometric security options for its Windows 10 operating system, the report said.

Full story: https://www.cnbc.com/2018/11/20/microsoft-adds-support-for-usb-security-keys.html

--Write to Stephen Nakrosis at stephen.nakrosis@wsj.com

(END) Dow Jones Newswires

November 20, 2018 18:23 ET (23:23 GMT)

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