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Tweak to intent section. #1412

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Expand Up @@ -40,7 +40,7 @@ <h2>Intent of Accessible Authentication</h2>

<p>The purpose of this success criterion is to ensure there is an accessible, easy-to-use, and secure method to log in and access content. Most web sites rely on usernames and passwords for logging in. Memorizing a username and password (or transcribing it manually) places a very high or impossible burden upon people with certain cognitive disabilities. </p>

<p>Cognitive function tests are known to be problematic for many people with cognitive disabilities. Whether it is remembering random strings of characters, a pattern gesture to perform on a touch screen, or identifying which images include a particular object, this form of test will exclude some people. When a cognitive function test is used, at least one other authentication method must be available which is not a cognitive function test.</p>
<p>Remembering a password is a <a>cognitive function test</a>. Such tests are known to be problematic for many people with cognitive disabilities. Whether it is remembering random strings of characters, a pattern gesture to perform on a touch screen, or identifying which images include a particular object, cognitive function tests will exclude some people. When a cognitive function test is used, at least one other authentication method must be available which is not a cognitive function test.</p>

<p class="note">Web sites can employ username (or email) and password inputs as an authentication method if it meets <a href="#">Success Criterion 1.3.5 Input Purpose</a> and password managers / browser functionality is not blocked. When properly marked up, browser features or password managers can save the user’s information and refill the login.</p>

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