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Who is the NCSC?
The NCSC stands for the National Cyber Security Centre. It's the UK's authority on cyber security, providing advice and support to individuals, businesses, and organisations. Their endorsement of passkeys highlights the technology's effectiveness in protecting against common online dangers like phishing, making our digital lives safer.
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