| − | '''SQRL''' (short for "Secure Quick Reliable Login," pronounced "squirrel") is a user authentication system which uses [[asymmetric cryptography]] to authenticate users, thus eliminating the need for usernames and passwords. This system was designed by security researcher Steve Gibson, and is being developed for public release. It has already been released into the public domain.<ref name="GRC SQRL">https://www.grc.com/sqrl/sqrl.htm</ref> | + | '''SQRL''' (short for "Secure Quick Reliable Login," pronounced "squirrel") is an open standard for user authentication online. This system uses [[asymmetric cryptography]] to authenticate users, thus eliminating the need for usernames and passwords. This system was designed by security researcher Steve Gibson, and has been released into the public domain.<ref name="GRC SQRL">https://www.grc.com/sqrl/sqrl.htm</ref> |