How does push-button start work on cars?

Push-button start is standard on most modern cars, trucks and SUVs today. How does it work and is it better than ignition keys?
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Why did some cars have push-button transmissions? Explained

Push-button transmissions, a unique feature in automotive history, once captured the attention of car enthusiasts and ...
Northwestern Media

The push of a button: Cirrus adds one-touch autonomous emergency safety landing system for passengers

Cirrus Aircraft unveiled its new Safe Return Emergency Autoland system at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh July 21. The system allows passengers to land the plane in case of pilot incapacitation with a push of ...
St. Louis Post-Dispatch

Chrysler push-button dash brings back memories

Get any group of folks together for a discussion about nostalgic cars of the fifties and sixties, and when the subject turns to any of the Chrysler products, I guarantee you someone will bring up the ...