Windows 10 fall edition and greater new sign-in options

Source: https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/4468253/windows-10-sign-in-options-and-privacy

To access your sign-in options, go to

Start Settings Accounts

Sign-in options. On the Sign-in options page, the following sign-in methods are available:

• Windows Hello Face
• Windows Hello Fingerprint
• Windows Hello PIN
• Security key
• Password
• Picture password

You'll also find these settings:

• Require sign-in—Requires you to sign in to your device after being away.
• Dynamic lock—Automatically locks your device when you're away.
• Privacy—Shows or hides personal info on the sign-in screen, and allows your device to use your sign-in info to reopen your apps after an update or restart.

 Sign in with Windows Hello or a security key
Sign in without a username or password by using Windows Hello or a security key.
To use this option, you must have previously set this up on your account. Learn how to set this up

 Sign in with GitHub
To use this option, you must have previously linked your personal Microsoft account to a GitHub account. You can't use this option to access work or school resources.

 Sign in with email, phone number or Skype

What does OS mean in Technology World

Technology Definition: OS / OSes

OS (pronounced as separate letters) is the abbreviation for describing its purpose of running processes on a CPU device (on a computer). The general-purpose is to run other programs and applications. Operating systems (OSes) perform basic tasks, such as recognizing input from the keyboard, sending output to the display screen, keeping track of files and directories on the storage drives, and controlling peripheral devices, such as printers.

OSes plural abbreviation

Technology Definition: CPU

CPU (pronounced as separate letters) is the abbreviation for central processing unit. Sometimes referred to simply as the central processor, but more commonly called processor, the CPU is the brains of the computer where most calculations take place.

Common OS / OSes

Common desktop operating systems include Windows, OS X, and Linux.

Common mobile OSes include Android, iOS, and Windows Phone. Also known as (AKA) graphical user interface (GUI) such as tablets and smartphones

Each OS communicates with the hardware differently and has a specific application program interface (API)

Technology Definition: GUI

GUI (pronounced with the aforementioned acronyms such as Gee-Yu-Eye or Gooey) General User Interface (GUI) It's purpose is to be a input (like the input on a television remote control, that toggles through television hardwired options TV, Cable, HDMI. In another words a menu of some sort. GUI is describe as a user interface that includes graphical elements, such as and not limited to, operating systems menu bars, icons and or buttons controlled exclusively subject to innovation by a clicking mouses, touch pads, stylists, swipes, keyboards, accessibility equipment, touch and voice command. 

Technology Definition: API

API (pronounced as separate letters) is the abbreviation for actions taken by programmers and developers and not limited by, of the actions taken by any individual whom or can create or build software or applications. Defining the Abbreviation API: Application Program Interface, which is a set of commands, functions, protocols, and objects that individuals (programmers) can use to create software, applications or interacting external systems. It also provides individuals (developers) with standard commands for performing common operations so they do not have to write the advanced coding from scratch.

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