Reputation: 1813
I am trying to have a program unlock the user's Windows7 desktop. I assume this is easiest in some .NET language however anything will suffice.
I have been reading some posts regarding this on stackoverflow and some say it's not possible. If this was the case how are facial recognition programs or fingerprint readers used on Windows laptops. While I will not be using fingerprints or facial recognition I will be authenticating the user in my own way. The functionality will be the same however since once the user passes my check I will logon the desktop.
Upvotes: 2
Views: 395
Reputation: 60972
You will need to implement a Credential Provider, Vista's (and Window 7's) replacement for GINA-based authentication systems in earlier versions of Windows.
I believe credential providers must be written in native (not .NET) code.
Upvotes: 5