The token generates a one-time password to your computer system. If a network sniffer managed to capture the password it would be useless because the password is one time, single use only. Without the authorized user's unique token and the PIN to activate the token, potential intruders cannot compute the one-time password. No damage can be done even if the password is captured. Once used, it is never again valid.
Defender offers the option of using software or hand-held tokens.
The secure and proven software token eliminates the need for users to carry a separate hand-held token. The user's laptop computer or PC becomes a token when the Defender software token is activated. Software tokens are just as secure, easier to use, and less expensive than hand-held tokens. Leading banks and Fortune 500 companies have implemented the Defender software token because it is transparent to the user, not easily lost or stolen, and half the cost of hand-held tokens. Allows centralized management of all users, servers, and audit information Can be implemented quickly and easily Applies to LAN, Internet, dial-up, ISDN and NAS connections.