What Are Authentication Tokens in Information Security

In this article, I will be talking about Authentication Tokens. An authentication token is a small hardware device that is used to authenticate a user’s identity when accessing a computer system, network, or application. The token generates a one-time password (OTP) that is valid for a short period of time, typically a few minutes. The user enters the OTP along with their username and password to log in to the system.

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