Method and apparatus for resetting passwords in a computer...

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2005-03-22

2005-03-22

Vu, Kim (Department: 2135)

Electrical computers and digital processing systems: support

Multiple computer communication using cryptography

Protection at a particular protocol layer

C709S229000, C709S225000

Reexamination Certificate

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06871286

ABSTRACT:
A method for resetting a password in a computer system is provided. A remote reset signal is received. A local reset verification signal is received at the computer system. An elapsed period of time between receipt of the remote reset signal and the local reset verification signal is determined. The password is reset in response to the elapsed period of time being less than a predetermined time period.

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