The article discusses the rise in unauthorized attempts to access a Microsoft account and the author's successful transition to a passwordless login system. By opting for a passwordless approach, they feel secure against hackers, as sign-ins require approval through previously trusted devices. Microsoft advocates this change, as it enhances security substantially. Users can verify their identity through biometrics, hardware security keys, or trusted device notifications, making accounts less vulnerable. However, compatibility with older applications and devices may pose a challenge for some users.
Removing your password dramatically increases the security of your Microsoft account and makes it far more resistant to phishing attacks.
If some stranger wants to sign in to my account on a new device, they'll have to convince me to approve that sign-in using a device I've already set up.
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