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North Carolina State University

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Researchers have demonstrated a new password authentication technique for use in virtual reality (VR) settings, which allows users to choose directions rather than numbers. The approach supports the same number of possible combinations as a six-digit numeric password, but is much easier for users to remember. Users create passwords by picking spots in six 360 degree scenes, such as the one shown here. They can log in by either choosing the correct direction, or by punching in the relevant numeric code.

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Yuxuan Huang, NC State University

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