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The fingerprints also include so-called minutiae points. Minutiae points are the points,
where a ridge begins, ends or splits. Precise Biometrics’ system identifies a person by
looking at loops, arches, whirls and minutiae points, and by measuring global features
such as line thickness and curve. These features make every fingerprint unique.
Plug-n-Play
Plug and Play is a technology that supports automatic configuration of PC hardware and
external devices. A user can just attach a new device such as sound card or peripheral
devices (”plug it in”) and start working (”begin playing”) without having to configure the
device manually. Plug and Play technology is implemented in hardware, in operating sys-
tems, and in supporting software such as drivers and BIOS.
Primary Logon finger
The primary logon finger is the finger normally used when logging into the system. The
system assumes that you place your selected primary logon finger on the fingerprint
reader when you log on or unlock a workstation. The fingerprint on the sensor is then
compared to the primary logon fingerprint template in the database. For example, if your
right index finger has been selected as the primary logon finger, the right index finger is
marked on the Verify Fingerprint screen, which appears when you log on or unlock a
workstation.
Reader
See Fingerprint Reader
Registration
When you are enrolled into the fingerprint database system, your fingerprints will be reg-
istered. You will have to place each finger pad on the fingerprint reader sensor four times.
The best image will be saved in a database. Registered fingerprints are used when you
log into the system. For example, if your right index finger has been registered, you can
place your right finger on the fingerprint reader sensor to verify your identity when you log
on. The fingerprint on the sensor will be compared to the registered fingerprint. If your fin-
gerprint on the sensor matches the fingerprint in the database, you are granted access to
the system.
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