Windows Vista Authentication Features

This content describes the improvements to Windows Vista® authentication features that are relevant to IT professionals. The authentication features included with Windows Vista extend a strong set of platform-based authentication features to help provide better security, manageability, and user experience. The features include the following:

• Backup and Restore of Stored User Names and Passwords
  
• Credential Security Service Provider and SSO for Terminal Services Logon
  
• TLS/SSL Cryptographic Enhancements
  
• Kerberos Enhancements
  
• Smart Card Authentication Changes
  
• Previous Logon Information