Biometric Applications, Overview

Synonyms

Biometrics

Definition

A biometric application is the sum of the functionality, utilization, and role of a biometric technology in operation. Biometric technologies such as fingerprint, face recognition, and iris recognition are utilized in a range of applications that vary in terms of performance requirements, operational environment, and privacy impact. Biometric technology selection – which modality to utilize and what hardware and software to deploy – is typically driven in large part by the application. Biometric applications can be generalized into four categories. The first application category is controlling access to data, such as logging into a device, PC, or network. The second application category is controlling access to tangible materials or areas, such as physical access control. The third application category is to validate a claimed identity against an existing credential, such as in a border control environment. The fourth application is to register or...