The Eikon(TM) Digital Privacy Manager combines the award-winning Eikon USB peripheral fingerprint reader with the same Protector Suite QL software currently shipping on millions of notebook PCs today. The Eikon Digital Privacy Manager offers any user with an existing PC the benefits of simple convenience and strong security provided by UPEK"s unique biometric authentication technology, all with the simple swipe of their finger. In addition to easier access to their growing number of password-protected web accounts, users also enjoy the following benefits by simply swiping their finger: 1) Respond to Windows Vista(TM) User Account Control (UAC) requests to enter an administrator password for tasks such as software installations or configuration changes; 2) Logon to Windows, lock and unlock the PC, and switch between Windows user accounts; 3) Protect sensitive files by encrypting them; 4) Launch favorite applications by assigning specific fingers for each one. The Eikon Digital Privacy Manager addresses the g