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GINA is a [[dynamically linked library]] that is loaded in the context of the [[Winlogon]] process when the machine is started. It is responsible for handling the [[secure attention key|secure attention sequence]] (SAS), typically [[Control-Alt-Delete]], and interacting with the user when this sequence is received. GINA is also responsible for starting initial processes for a user (such as the [[Windows Shell]]) when they first log on.

In [[Windows Vista]], GINA has been entirely replaced by '''Credential Providers''', which allow for significantly increased flexibility in supporting multiple credential collection methods. GINA libraries willdo not work with Windows Vista.

==Overview==