Many Dell laptops also come with fingerprint sensors. HP's Pavilion and Envy computers include fingerprint readers. Lenovo laptops have traditionally come with integrated fingerprint readers that you swipe or press. Laptops with built-in fingerprint readers If you're in the market for a new laptop and want one with a fingerprint reader, several options are available. If you already have a laptop with a fingerprint sensor, you're good to go. SEE: Cybersecurity: Let's get tactical (free PDF) What are your options, and how can you set up an external fingerprint sensor? Let's go over the steps.

But if you have a laptop without a built-in reader, or you want to add fingerprint recognition to your desktop PC, you can enlist the aid of a third-party reader. Many laptops come with built-in fingerprint readers. Microsoft's Windows Hello feature allows you to sign in to your computer using biometric methods such as facial or fingerprint recognition. Image: marchmeena29, Getty Images/iStockphoto