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What is a Key Fob?
A fob, commonly called a key fob, is a small security hardware device with built-in authentication used to control and secure access to mobile devices, computer systems, network services and data. The key fob displays a randomly generated access code, which changes periodically usually every 30 to 60 seconds. Users will first authenticate themselves on the key fob with a personal identification number (PIN), followed by the current code displayed on the device.
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History of the Key Fob
Key fob is also a word used to describe a key chain and several other similar items and devices. The word fob is believed to have originated from watch fobs, which existed as early as 1888. The fob refers to an ornament attached to a pocket-watch chain. Key chains, remote car starters, garage door openers, and keyless entry devices on hotel room doors are also called fobs, or key fobs.
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