Defenition: A method used to identify and individual based on physiological characteristics.
Examples: Fingerprint recognition, Palm Print recognition and
Facial Recognition.
Facial recognition- The facial features of the user are scanned and
compared to a database.
Palm Print recognition- The user's palm is placed on the machine and then the features of the
palm are compared to a database.
Fingerprint recognition- The user puts their index finger on the reader
sensor, and the fingerprint is then compared to a database.
Security Methods
Defenition- When measures are put in place to stop any intruders from accessing the place which you
want to secure.
Physical
Security cameras
Monitor's an area and creates video footage that can be viewed at a later time.
Key Cards
Magnetic key cards that have a special ID that allows you to only access certain doors.
Number Locks
Simple passcoded lock that has a specialised number to it that should be changed on a
regular basis to ensure that maximum security measures are enforced.
Security Guards
A security guard can be used to ensure that no intruders bypass the area. However, this is
not always the best method as it costs a lot of money to pay for the guard's wages.
Software
Anti-virus software
Used to scan the computer on a regular basis to ensure
that a virus isnt on the computer.
Encryption
Widely used to ensure that data that is transmitted on a network cannot be stolen by hackers.