Originally posted here by linuxelite
What is this usb a key? What is it used for?
Oh, and thanks for the info, I figured it was a scam, and didn't bother clicking it. That'll teach me to be so skeptical.
The Authenex A-Key


The A-Key™ is a house-key sized USB token that serves as the platform for the Authenex suite of strong (two-factor) e-security applications. It may be used for certificate storage (optional), but the unique benefit of the A-Key is its on-board CPU and its use of 128 bit .AES (Advance Encryption Standard) to communicate directly with the various e-security applications available through Authenex.

Features and Benefits


Secure Design - The patent-pending chip aboard the A-Key is hacker proof and will fail if removed from the board.
Non-Duplicable - An assigned Electronic Serial Number and a randomly (or administratively) generated 4096-bit shared secret ensure that each key is unique.

Safe and Easy to Use - The user's password is never transmitted over the network or recorded in a central depository. The transition for users is simple - as it is just like using and ATM card at your local bank.

PKI-Ready - The A-Key carries a 15KiloByte (KB) password-activated memory area that can be used for securely storing private keys and certificates.


Product Specification


Operating System(s):
Microsoft® Windows® 98, Me, 2000, and XP

On-Board Security Proccesors:
AES Advanced Encryption Standard

Casing:
Injection molded plastic, tamper evident

Connector:
USB (Universal Serial Bus) TYPE A

Dimensions:
50 x 16 x 7 mm (1.97 x 0.63 x 0.28 in)

Memory Size:
16k

Weight:
4.7g



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