Automated biometric recognition technology, or simply 'biometrics', appeared in the 1960s as a paradigm shift to the classical security and identity management technologies used until then. With these new systems, one is not recognised by something that they know (e.g., PIN or password) or...

This book is designed to impart and convey knowledge as well as understanding of the range of biometric technologies and cybertechnologies, while also stressing their advantages and disadvantages. The authors develop an appreciation for and breadth of knowledge that spans the full range of...