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AOL Moves Beyond Single Passwords for Log-Ons

Posted by ryuzaki0 on from the are-you-secure-yet dept.

ars writes "Yahoo is reporting that AOL is adding a new feature alowing customers to use two passwords to log on. The second password comes from a small small device from RSA Securitywhich displays a new password each minute. The scheme is called two-factor authentication and will cost $1.95 a month plus a one-time $9.95 fee. It's aimed at small business and people who conduct large transactions online."

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  1. And... I'f I don't need a password..at all.. by Demanche · · Score: 5, Funny

    Can I have a $2 discount???!??!

    ^^ Average american reply if this gets implemented.

    Have fun at the aol sales desk ;)

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  2. This will make the problem disappear. by AhabTheArab · · Score: 4, Funny

    Great, now phishers will have to ask AOL users for their password twice, and they will gladly comply.