Passwords
are the most popular means to protect access to different devices.
However, passwords are being relegated as biometric technology is
gradually taking over.
Biometrics
is the measurement and statistical analysis of people's physical and
behavioral characteristics. The technology is mainly used for
identification and access control, or for identifying individuals who
are under surveillance. The advantages of biometric cannot be
understated. This is why it rapidly being adopted. In line with this, JumiaTravel, Africa's No.1 hotel booking portal shares 5 great biometric alternatives to passwords.
Face recognition
Face
recognition is already being used by many organisations and law
enforcement agencies. For this to be successful, there must be reliable
and up-to-date databases for the software to recognise all visitors.
Heartbeat
The
interesting thing about Heartbeat biometric is that it can rarely be
duplicated, especially the electric signals that it sends in and out of
the body. These electric signals can be decoded and has been
miniaturized to fit into sensing devices. Today, many wearable fitness
devices can read a person's heart rate.
Ear shape
The
shape of your ear can also be used to access any device. With the right
software and phone, they can detect the shape of the ear and Ergo Android app is
making this possible. To use it, simply press the screen of your phone
against your ear and it immediately grants you access if it matches.
Walk
With
repeated analysis, motion sensors can protect your phone based on how
you walk. This is made possible with the aid of high-speed video camera
which can analyze a person's walk and can determine if to allow anyone
in or out. Same thing goes for mobile phones as sensors can be fitted
into smartphones and decide the rightful owner of the device by the way
they walk.
Typing speed
Typing
speed varies in individuals. No two typing speed is similar. There is
what is called Keystroke biometrics that records and calculates your
typing speed, rhythm, and pattern. The typing speed and pattern must
match to be verified.
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