Acer TravelMate C100 series, User Manual

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XP at the Windows operating system level. It provides user
authentication through its encryption/decryption function using
the Smart Card. If your Smart Card is unavailable, you can use the
Emergency Card as a temporary replacement card.
• PlatinumKey auto-authenticate and auto cache with one-click
logons to all password-required websites (patent pending),
eliminates the overhead costs associated with memorizing and
typing user IDs and passwords when surfing the Internet with
Microsoft or Netscape web browsers.
A card slot for your Smart Card is located on the right panel of the
computer. This new security feature helps you boot up your computer
with all your settings built right into your Smart Card. You don’t have
to remember your password to access your computer.
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