Biometrics and Retina Scan Technology

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Biometrics Overview

-“Something you know” - PIN / passwords

-“Something you have” - smart cards, security cards, ATM cards

-Biometrics - automated use of behavioral/physiological characteristics to determine/verify identity

-“Who you are” - fingerprints, eyes, faces and

-“What you do” - speaking, writing

Biometrics Overview

-Recognition by face is the oldest form of identification method.

-Due to technological advancement biometrics system has become available over the last few decades.

-The word biometrics comes from two Greek terms “bios” for life and “metros” for measure.

Why Biometrics

-Greater degree of security over traditional authentication methods
-Accountability - who/when/what
-Fraud detection
-Convenience
-Cost savings/reduced risk of financial loss