Biometric Technology (Science at the Edge) - Softcover

Lockie, Mark

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0431149380 ISBN 13: 9780431149387

Publisher: Raintree, 2009

Synopsis

Biometric Technology looks at how human characteristics can be used to identify individuals, and the uses for this technology. It shows how physical features, such as fingerprints and palm prints, as well as iris, voice, and vein patterns, can be used to identify a person. It explains the processes of enrolment, identification, and verification. Find out how biometric systems can protect our computers, cell phones, and personal information. And explore the issue of personal privacy.

About this title

Product Description

Focuses on developments and theories in science that are of widespread popular interest and give rise to controversy and public concern. This title focuses on 'how science works' with applications and examples, and features details of the development or discovery.

Synopsis

"The Science at the Edge" series focuses on developments and theories in science that are of widespread popular interest and give rise to controversy and public concern. Each book focuses on 'how science works' with applications and cutting edge examples, and features details of the development or discovery. They explain the underlying science and techniques, and review the issues and opinions involved (both scientific and non-scientific), all using a variety of examples and evidence. These revised editions include the latest developments in these fast-moving areas of science.

Edition details

• Publisher: Raintree
• Publication date: 2009
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0431149380
• ISBN 13: 9780431149387
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 2
• Number of pages: 64