Fingerprint Biometric Identification

The Automated Fingerprint Identification System (AFIS) is a biometric identification (ID) methodology that uses digital imaging technology to obtain, store and analyse fingerprint data. The AFIS was originally used by the U.S. Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in criminal cases. Lately, it has gained favour for general identification and fraud prevention.

Fingerprinting, as a form of personal identification, is a refined methodology that is proven in practice and accepted in courts of law. AFIS itself has been around for more than 25 years. Biometrics is emerging as a preferred security method and is no longer confined to science fiction. Biometrics offers many benefits over traditional security identification methods. By utilising a physical characteristic for identification purposes, Biometrics enhances security levels by ensuring that the person being identified is present. Biometrics also negates the need for tokens, cards and passwords that can be easily lost, forgotten or tampered with.

Fingerprint biometrics is accurate, efficient, convenient and highly effective. Fingerprint identification can be used in a number of applications, including Access Control and Time & Attendance.

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Time and attendance and Access Control

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