Guide to Biometrics for Large-Scale Systems: Technological, Operational, and User-Related Factors Contributor(s): Ashbourn, Julian (Author) |
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ISBN: 0857294660 ISBN-13: 9780857294661 Publisher: Springer
Binding Type: Hardcover - See All Available Formats & Editions Published: April 2011 |
Additional Information |
BISAC Categories: - Computers | Optical Data Processing - Computers | Computer Vision & Pattern Recognition - Computers | Security - General |
Dewey: 570.151 |
LCCN: 2011926228 |
Physical Information: 0.9" H x 6.3" W x 9.3" L (1.50 lbs) 216 pages |
Features: Illustrated, Index, Table of Contents |
Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
Publisher Description: Although there have been significant developments in the field of biometrics in recent years, much of the research in this area has focused upon the front-end technology. This unique Guide to Biometrics for Large-Scale Systems considers biometric technology in a broader light, integrating the concept more seamlessly into mainstream Information Technology, while also striving to understand the cultural attitudes and the societal impact of identity management. This approach represents a step-change in current thinking - that may come to be viewed as a milestone in the development of biometric technology - in which many established tenets are placed under considerable scrutiny. Topics and features: summarizes the material covered at the beginning of every chapter, and provides chapter-ending review questions and discussion points; reviews identity verification in nature, and early historical interest in anatomical measurement, which form the foundations of the modern field of biometrics; provides an overview of biometric technology, presents a focus on biometric systems and true systems integration, examines the concept of identity management, and predicts future trends; investigates performance issues in biometric systems, the management and security of biometric data, and the impact of mobile devices on biometrics technology; explains the equivalence of performance across operational nodes and why this is so important, introducing the APEX system as an example of how this issue can be addressed; considers the legal, political and societal factors of biometric technology, in addition to user psychology and other human factors. This highly practical reference/guidebook is an invaluable resource for program managers, application developers and consultants working in this area. Students interested in biometric technology will also find this a must-read. |
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